Logistics Analyst
Company: LATICRETE International, Inc.
Location: York
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Job Description:
Classification:SalaryJob Description:Are you looking for a new
challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global
company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?At LATICRETE
International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted
globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems
and building finishing solutions. We've been in business for over
65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in
over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one
of Connecticut's top family-owned companies in 2017!We don't just
make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to
improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We
strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our
employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities
in which we operate.We are seeking passionate and ambitious
employees who want to make a difference not just within our
organization, but within their communities, our industry, and the
world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join
the family and expand your horizons!Just some of our benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Tuition reimbursement
- 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick
time
- Flexible spending
- Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental InsurancePOSITION
SUMMARYThis role is responsible for transportation and logistics
analytics, seeking out accurate data sources, building analyses
from scratch, and telling compelling stories of how Laticrete can
improve its logistics operations with data. The Logistics Analyst
will work closely with the logistics team, finance, procurement,
and business stakeholders to build analysis on transportation spend
management and areas of opportunity across Laticrete's plant
locations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAdditional duties
and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.Data Analysis:
(25%)
- Collect, analyze, and report transportation and logistics data
from various sources such as JDE, Manhattan, and the freight audit
company.
- Utilize data visualization tools and analytics software Power
BI to extract meaningful insights from large data sets.
- Responsible for developing, maintaining, and growing routine
reporting on transportation performance. Report breakdowns could be
ad hoc, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually.
- Gather feedstock market intelligence around the following
areas: Diesel Fuel, LTL, Truckload, Rail, Bulk, International Air,
International Ocean, and Intermodal in preparation for carrier
business reviews.
- Analyze and summarize carrier RFP results.Performance Metrics:
(20%)
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators to measure the
performance of logistics operations and carrier performance.
Carrier performance would include On-Time Pickup, On-Time Delivery,
Invoice Accuracy, Claims Ratio, and Transit Days from suppliers or
interplant transfers.
- Analyze critical drivers of logistics performance and identify
prioritized actions.
- Establish baselines and targets, measure results, and identify
opportunities for improvement.
- Measure plant and vendor performance for optimal carrier spend
usage.
- Maintain master inbound raw bulk material freight cost per
pound baseline.Forecasting: (5%)
- Use historical data and forecasting techniques to predict
future spending.
- Create an annual transportation freight spending budget.
- Determine freight spending impact on savings projects, fuel,
and carrier inflation.Process Improvement: (20%)
- Create ways to automate tasks such as claim management, freight
quotes, etc.
- Propose and implement process improvements to enhance the
overall efficiency of the logistics group and reduce costs.
Evaluate and validate the project pipeline.
- Assist in evaluating new supply chain management software to
enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting.Functional Backup
for Logistic Specialists. (30%)
- TMS - Create and maintain best practices for scheduling in
TMS.
- Enter new truckload lane quotes into TMS.
- Assist in carrier invoice and aging issues.
- Carrier Claims - mitigate any loss based on carrier damage or
shortage.
- Update and maintain logistics SOPs.
- Maintain KPIs for carrier performance.REQUIRED SKILLS &
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements below represent knowledge, skill, and ability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions. Education and
Experience:
- High School Diploma required.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or
equivalent work experience.Specialized Skills and Experience:
- At least two years of logistics, supply chain, or finance
analysis
- Proven experience in data analysis, preferably within a
logistics or supply chain context
- Previous experience with JD Edwards, Microsoft Excel, and Power
BI.
- Strong understanding of logistics and supply chain
operations
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Project management experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects
simultaneously, set timelines, and independently prioritize
workload.
- Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams.Travel
Requirement: 10%Physical Requirements:
- Lift: Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds.
- Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 25 pounds.
- Standing: Must be able to stand 50% of the day.
- Sitting: Must be able to sit 75% of the day.
Keywords: LATICRETE International, Inc., Wilmington , Logistics Analyst, Professions , York, Delaware
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