Central Garden & Pet · 16 hours ago
Logistics Analyst
Bingham Farms, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCentral Garden & Pet is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, seeking a Logistics Analyst to manage daily freight operations. The role involves ensuring accurate shipping plans, managing procurement timing, and improving logistics processes while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external carriers.
PetHome and Garden
Hiring Manager
Mona Jain
Responsibilities
Own day-to-day transportation execution, actively resolving shipment disruptions, delays, and service failures through carrier portals and direct carrier engagement
Anticipate risk by partnering with internal teams to surface constraints early, align priorities, and drive timely corrective actions
Serve as the primary owner of the Transportation Management portal, ensuring customer-specific shipment requirements are clearly communicated and executed
Monitor shipment flow and retailer compliance risk, proactively flagging issues to prevent disputes, chargebacks, and OTIF/SQEP penalties
Build, maintain, and continuously improve logistics dashboards and reporting (OTIF, carrier performance, service reliability), ensuring data accuracy and relevance
Own SAP shipping master data (weights, cubes), performing routine audits to ensure execution and reporting integrity
Analyze trends and root causes to convert data into clear, actionable improvement opportunities
Perform cost-benefit analyses and scenario modeling to support decisions, leveraging automation and tools to reduce manual effort and improve visibility
Track logistics costs and compliance fees, driving focused actions to reduce chargebacks and unnecessary spend
Maintain freight budget visibility, identifying savings opportunities and supporting cost-reduction initiatives
Evaluate carrier performance against service, cost, and reliability metrics, supporting continuous improvement efforts
Develop, document, and improve standard operating procedures to create repeatable, scalable logistics processes
Strengthen data accuracy and system discipline across logistics platforms to improve execution quality and reporting confidence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years' experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or analytical operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work through ambiguity
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and applied functions)
Experience with reporting/visualization tools (Power BI or similar)
Familiarity with ERP and transportation systems (e.g., SAP, TMS portals)
Experience supporting compliance, chargebacks, disputes, or cost analysis
Strong communication skills and effective collaboration in a remote environment
Demonstrated interest in automation, process improvement, and scalable reporting
Benefits
Paid Time Off – Enjoy paid vacation days, holidays, and a floating holiday!
Top-Tier Health Coverage – Comprehensive health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, accident, disability, dependent life, and other voluntary options. Our Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are available with a company-funded stipend.
Peace of Mind – Employer-paid Life Insurance
Secure Your Future – A competitive 401(k) plan with employer match to help you plan ahead.
Family First – Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
Grow With Us – We support your journey with Education Assistance for college degrees and professional certifications.
Career Advancement – Opportunities for career advancement and internal mobility.
Never Stop Learning – Unlock access to thousands of free online courses through our Learning & Development platform.
Celebrate You – Our Employee Recognition Programs spotlight your achievements and contributions.
Support When You Need It – Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Get Rewarded – Earn bonus dollars with our Referral Bonus Program.
Perks Galore – Enjoy discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Company
Central Garden & Pet
Central Garden & Pet is a market leader in the Garden and Pet industries.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-07-15IPO
Leadership Team
Beth Springer
Lead Independent Director, Board and Former Interim CEO
Niko Lahanas
Chief Executive Officer
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