Logistics Analyst

** What You Need To Know*
* Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people - and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer's isn't just one of Forbes' Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer's is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

** Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.*
* ** Overview*
* ** The Logistics Analyst is a key member of the Inbound Logistics team within the broader Supply Chain division. This role is focused on network optimization initiatives that drive transportation cost savings, improve service performance, and enhance supply chain efficiency. The analyst will leverage existing tools, systems, and processes to identify savings opportunities, evaluate transportation networks, analyze lead and transit times, and support strategic decision-making through data-driven insights.

Additionally, this role will be responsible for developing and standardizing analytical templates, reporting frameworks, and processes that create structure, improve consistency, and enable scalable decision-making across the logistics organization. Success in this role will be measured by the identification, execution, and documentation of measurable cost savings and process improvements. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex logistics data into actionable recommendations that support business objectives.*
* ** Primary Responsibilities*
* + Analyze freight flows and evaluate carrier, mode, routing, and network optimization opportunities

+ Translate complex analyses into clear business recommendations

+ Conduct lead time and transit time performance reviews

+ Analyze transportation metrics, trends, and performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities

+ Identify, quantify, and document transportation cost savings opportunitie

+ Develop and maintain standardized analytical templates, tools, and decision-support frameworks

+ Track, validate, and report realized transportation savings

+ Support ad hoc freight spend and cost analysis requests

+ Support continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic projects

** Additional Primary Responsibilities*
* ** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field (preferred)

+ 1-3 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, analytics, or a related field; recent graduates with relevant analytical, internship, or project experience are encouraged to apply

+ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, Pivot Tables, data modeling, scenario analysis, and large dataset analysis

+ Experience using SQL, Python, Power BI, Databricks, or similar data/analytics tools to analyze and interpret large datasets (preferred)

+ Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment

+ Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving

+ Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

+ Self-motivated with a willingness to take initiative and seek continuous improvement

** Physical Demands*
* + Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and…