Transportation Analyst K

Job Responsibilities

• Negotiate freight rates for KNX's Logistics Division (3PL & Brokerage); build and optimize carrier partner relationships, alliance partnerships, and other relations and respond to KNX's capacity requirements and network.
• Provide recommendations on when to adjust rates on lanes based on changes in the market.
• Consistently deliver on strategic growth initiatives.
• Deliver against growth and profitability targets.
• Analyze the freight market to maximize profit and negotiating power at each transaction.
• Analyze freight carriers and lanes based on capacity and utilization, insurance, price, safety, and service.
• Negotiate rates and terms with carrier partners and customers.
• Communicate market changes and carrier opportunities to Leadership and other stakeholders.
• Manage entire process starting with the buy from the outside carrier through the pick-up and delivery for the customer.
• Manage the interface between the customers' transportation personnel and head office.
• Properly integrate customer transportation strategies within the formulation of Swift strategies.
• Maintain focus on key performance indicators.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

• 1+ years experience in customer accounts and/or operations and/or billing.
• Basic knowledge of transportation and 3PL.
• Bachelor's in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Results oriented.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with proven ability to solicit new customers and meet specific revenue targets.
• Strong sense of urgency and purpose, with a bias for action.
• Familiarity with TMS and brokerage systems.
• Self-confidence and self-starter without the need of close supervision.
• Ability to operate in a busy, demanding environment.
• Understanding and enforcement of company policies.
• Knowledge of AS400 and MS Office Suite tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills with superior problem solving ability.

$50,000.00 - $57,000.00 Annual

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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