Analyst I Logistics (Omaha, NE)

Bunge•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Analyst I Logistics coordinates cost-effective transportation logistics and maximizes freight arbitrage for raw cotton moving by road, rail, and ocean to customers across Bunge’s global network. The role ensures commodities move on time to meet contractual obligations and customer needs. It coordinates cotton bale movements, negotiates freight with vendors, manages freight and warehouse bookings, and schedules loads against sales contracts to minimize storage costs and optimize freight expenses. The position also handles day-to-day freight activities and supply-chain issues, maintains accurate logistics data, supports third-party logistics provider compliance, monitors invoices and unloads, and develops logistics tools and reports. The role uses data-driven decisions and effective communication with colleagues, customers, and vendors to support logistics plans and customer needs.

Requirements

Four years of experience in logistics, transportation, and inventory management.
A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Administration is preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skill, and competence will be considered.
Knowledge and understanding of the transportation industry is an asset.
Demonstrated understanding of Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF) and Cost and Freight (CFR) intercompany terms.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.
Ability to negotiate freight contracts and rates.
Demonstrated planning and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and ensure accuracy.
Advanced Excel skills and demonstrated ability to use databases, communication software, and word-processing applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Administration.
Knowledge and understanding of the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

Coordinate movement of raw cotton bales from origin to end users.
Negotiate freight with vendors for domestic and international shipments and manage freight, warehouse bookings, and international shipments.
Minimize storage costs by diligently scheduling loads against sales contracts and reviewing scheduled loads to optimize freight costs.
Complete day-to-day freight-related tasks and resolve issues across the supply chain.
Ensure accurate data entry and system uploads, including load dates and rail and port cuts for trucking and ocean freight.
Make data-driven decisions, keep customers at the forefront, and proactively gain insight into global strategy.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, and vendors.
Onboard third-party logistics providers to ensure compliance with Bunge policies and practices.
Identify, investigate, and communicate discrepancies in third-party logistics invoices.
Ensure unload information is received from carriers promptly and track unloads daily.
Develop and maintain logistics activity tools and reporting mechanisms.
Identify trends and anomalies and take corrective action to logistics plans as required.