Logistics Analyst

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As a Logistics Analyst your goal is to execute logistics plans for the delivery and distribution of finished products and ensure product arrives complete, on time, and in a cost effective manner. You’ll maintain appropriate records, prepare reports, and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers. 

You will do this by:

• Providing frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolving issues and ensuring on time delivery of products
• Participating in  developing and implementing logistics plans affecting the delivery and  distribution  of finished products
• Identifying and analyzing root causes of issues and working with logistics partners to  develop solutions and performance improvement measures
• Cultivating relationships with other departments to understand their customers needs and propose ideas to exceed expectations
• Documenting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed
• Maintaining department shipment data and records, runs monthly report, identifies trends and opportunities for cost savings
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure performance and cost requirements are executed

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. 

You are the kind of person who is/has:

• Driven & Ambitious
• Detail Oriented & Analytical
• Team Oriented

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience

• At least one, with three or more preferred, years experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain related field

• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Additional Knowledge & Skills:

• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work

• Well-developed knowledge of ERP systems like SAP

• Well-developed ability to meet deadlines and organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented

• Solid knowledge of the principles of transportation logistics

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate and interact with diverse groups of people

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Travel Required: 

• % of Travel: minimal, as needed

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location: 

• Wauwatosa, WI (hybrid eligible)