Freight Analyst

Agilent Technologies, Inc.-posted 23 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Cedar Creek, TX
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
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We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Freight Analyst to join our logistics team in Cedar Creek, TX. This role plays a critical part in driving cost-effective freight solutions through data analysis, rate benchmarking, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work cross-functionally with operations, logistics service providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient transportation planning, route maintenance, and budget adherence.

  • Analyze and benchmark transportation carrier freight rates across shipping modes.
  • Provide analytical support during carrier contract negotiations and sourcing projects (e.g., RFPs).
  • Forecast and maintain freight budgets, monitor trends, and ensure adherence.
  • Collaborate with operations teams across multiple sites to manage and maintain SAP transportation routes and condition tables (e.g., PWeaver master data).
  • Generate and analyze KPI reports related to freight spend, carrier performance, and logistics operations.
  • Support the Freight Audit & Pay team by resolving carrier escalations and maintaining accurate account data.
  • Provide ad hoc logistics reporting and operational support as needed.
  • Lead and support CI (Continuous Improvement) projects through data analysis and ideation.
  • Develop business cases backed by data to support transportation strategy decisions and carrier awards.
  • Maintain awareness of market trends and cost structures across various transportation modes.
  • Bachelor's degree, from an accredited institution, in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or closely related discipline
  • 4+ years of relevant experience
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with SAP preferred
  • Analytical mindset with advanced data management/collection capabilities-Advanced knowledge of Excel, Power BI, and other analytical tools
  • Extensive knowledge of shipping modes and distribution channels
  • Curious mindset with a willingness to act and to challenge status quo
  • Experience participating in projects of small and large scope
  • Demonstrated use of analytical capability to drive logistics savings and process improvement
  • Ability to proactively identify, analyze and resolve complex problems
  • Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills; strong organizational skills with a focus on details
  • Experience in developing and fostering relationships at all levels Brings a high degree of emotional intelligence along with strong listening skills and written/verbal communication skills
  • Experience working with international/global teams across multiple time-zone. Effective in working across all levels of an organization with people from different cultures and backgrounds
  • eligibility for bonus
  • stock
  • benefits
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