Transportation Regional Planner - Logistics Analyst

Transportation Regional Planner - Logistics Analyst

The role of the Logistics Analyst is designed to provide analytical, auditing, reporting and operational support for the Windows Transportation Organization and network. The Logistics Analyst will also provide support for the routing functions across the network to ensure we meet our customer needs and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Supply Chain knowledge and expertise to produce insightful analytical research
• Collaboration with third-party carriers, plants, and vendors to optimize the delivery operations and production schedules.
• Conduct Invoicing Audits against 3PL contractual agreements
• Perform planned vs actual audits against private fleet locations
• Support and embrace a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coordinate, review, create, and analyze operational metrics (KPI and PVA) and provide feedback on trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Analyze the delivery network to identify expense reduction opportunities.
• Research on-time performance deficiencies
• Work directly with vendors and carriers in developing corrective plans of action.
• Conduct KPI calls and review metrics and strategize future growth to improve operational processes consistently.
• Collaborate with 3rd party logistics providers functioning as contractors of Cornerstone's supply chain.
• Create and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Knowledge of dedicated, private, and 3rd party fleets and carrier rates
• Strong communication and written skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to analyze data and make recommendations based on SC knowledge
• Assist in cross-training routing analysts to provide backup support for day-to-day operations for the Cornerstone Aperture group.
• All employees are responsible for working safely as a condition of employment.
• In fulfilling responsibilities, the associate will work to; reduce overall miles and delivery costs, supply each transportation organization with their routing tasks daily (including 3PL providers) and meet customer delivery restrictions and work to adjust restrictions as appropriate to reduce costs.
• Coordinate cross-company transfers between operating units to maximize delivery performance while reducing costs.
• Ensure customer and routing data is maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with 1 to 3 years' experience in Supply Chain/Logistics
• Background in Supply Chain / Logistics / Transportation preferred.
• Proficiency with personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets and effective oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to negotiate movement in all the environments typical to the transportation industry (i.e. enter and egress tractors and trailers, etc). Must be flexible to accommodate a dynamic working environment.
• May be required to travel and work in a warehouse/production setting as part of oversight and administrative tasks: 25-30%
• Experience working in Transportation TMS systems.

Additional Information

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$85,000 + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

(Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time
* team members receive
** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

* Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.
** Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.