Analyst, Transportation

Universal Music Group•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Music Manufacturing & Logistics is seeking an experienced transportation billing analyst to support the US physical supply chain with inbound and outbound transportation. This role is responsible for monitoring and ensuring timely payment of freight invoices to carriers. Additional responsibilities include GL coding for rebilling to UMG departments and Label groups, carrier invoice dispute review/resolution, freight claims processing, and freight spend monitoring.

Requirements

Understanding of modes of transportation, cost, and carrier tariffs
Able to understand, interpret, and analyze carrier tariffs
Proficient in transportation management systems (TMS) or an order management system
Understanding and familiarity with supply chain concepts and transportation documents (BOL, DR, CI)
Strong computer skills including extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to effectively relate to and communicate with people at all levels of the organization as well as vendors and customers
High Level of attention to detail
Knows how or where to obtain information; is resourceful.
Ability to analyze data and trends, make educated conclusions based upon data
Embraces teamwork; shares ideas / methods to improve performance
Proven verbal and written communication skills
Prioritizes work activities; plans and stays organized
Manages timelines; deals effectively with the challenges of a fast pace, high pressure environment and deadlines
Takes independent action and works autonomously
Takes initiative and seeks increased responsibilities
3 years’ experience and proven, positive track record as a Transportation Analyst, Logistics Analyst or Transportation Coordinator or in a comparable role
A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a customer or vendor facing role
High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience in consumer products, retail operations, or e-commerce is preferred

Responsibilities

Review freight invoices that are rejected for payment by freight audit provider, research and resolve discrepancies between provider and carrier
Ensure all freight invoices are accurately coded for internal rebilling to appropriate UMG department or Label group
Review and submit shipment paperwork to support the processing of carrier invoices
Assist in periodic audit of carrier payments by freight audit provider
Generate and publish shipment reports, freight spend metrics, and cost reports
Maintain open communication with UMG Supply Chain Team, UMG Label Groups, and carriers
Track shipments, identify and submit freight claims, follow-up with carriers for resolution and payment processing
Support the transportation team with bid requests, carrier selection, scheduling, and tracking outbound/inbound loads to ensure on-time delivery
Create shipment paperwork, customs documents, and schedule appointments
Manual entry and record updates to the Transportation Order Management

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent