Analyst, Transportation Operations

Genuine Parts Company•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst, Transportation Planning is responsible for planning, optimizing, and executing inbound and outbound transportation activities. This role partners with NAPA suppliers, carriers, distribution centers, and internal stakeholders to ensure cost-effective, on-time movement of freight while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the transportation network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, logistics, or another technical field
Transportation planning or logistics experience with hands on experience with a TMS
Strong understanding of transportation planning, carrier management, routing, load optimization, and freight consolidation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with proven ability utilizing Excel
Ability to learn and utilize various types of software and information systems
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Ability to resolve situations quickly, communicate status of problems, and work with the appropriate subject matter experts to achieve required outcomes

Nice To Haves

Experience with truckload, LTL, parcel, and intermodal transportation preferred
Exposure to SQL and data visualization software (i.e. Microsoft PowerBI)
Experience supporting retail, distribution, or automotive aftermarket logistics
Experience with complex organizational supply chains and systems
Experience with Transportation Management Systems, preferably Manhattan Associates or Uber Freight
Experience with data analytics

Responsibilities

Utilize TMS to plan, optimize, tender, and monitor daily freight movements
Build and optimize truckloads to maximize trailer utilization while minimizing transportation costs
Monitor transportation exceptions and proactively resolve shipment delays and service issues
Analyze transportation data to identify cost savings, improve service levels, and increase network efficiency
Collaborate with carriers, suppliers, distribution centers, and procurement teams to ensure seamless execution
Manage carrier performance, capacity constraints, and shipment visibility
Support transportation metrics, including on-time pickup/delivery, cost per shipment, cube utilization, and service performance
Identify opportunities to consolidate freight and reduce less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments
Assist with TMS configuration, testing, process improvements, and system enhancements
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for transportation planning processes
Participate in transportation projects, network optimization initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Ensure compliance with company policies and transportation regulations