Logistics Analyst Associate

Briggs & Stratton • Milwaukee, WI

26d

About The Position

The Logistics Analyst Associate analyzes logistics processes involved in moving inbound and outbound shipments between suppliers, plants, customers, and warehouse locations. The role maintains records, prepares reports, coordinates logistics activities with internal and external customers, identifies process improvements, and participates in projects across the shipping process to decrease costs and improve service. This is an entry-level logistics position intended for someone launching a career in the field.

The associate supports daily logistics operations and shipment execution across applicable transportation modes, maintains shipment visibility in carrier and ERP systems, works with third-party logistics providers and internal customers on continuous improvement, and reviews logistics charges and reports. The general description is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 0–2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of the principles of transportation and logistics.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to interact with diverse groups and all organizational levels.
• Comprehensive experience with Microsoft Office suite products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work.
• Ability to develop knowledge of ERP systems, such as SAP.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English and the primary language used in the area of responsibility and/or location.
• Driven and ambitious, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and analytical.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience preferred.
• Industry-related internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the right product is shipped complete and on time, to the right place, for the right price.
• Provide frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolve issues, and work with transportation modes including truckload, intermodal, LTL, air, and ocean as applicable.
• Maintain shipment visibility in carrier and ERP systems.
• Work with third-party logistics providers and internal customers on continuous improvement processes to optimize shipments, scheduling, and order processing, with a focus on cost reduction and service improvements.
• Review logistics charges, produce summary reports, and review them with internal customers.
• Maintain appropriate records, prepare reports, and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers.
• Identify process improvement initiatives and participate in projects across the shipping process to decrease costs and improve service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level