Operations Analyst, Transportation

Little Caesars Pizza•Remote-Michigan-BLD, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Blue Line Distribution, the in-house distributor for Little Caesars Pizza, is seeking an Operations Analyst, Transportation. This role is responsible for providing analytical support for transportation operations, focusing on metrics, route performance, carrier efficiency, and cost management. The analyst will evaluate transportation performance across all Distribution Centers (DCs), ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position collaborates cross-functionally with transportation, warehouse, safety, and finance teams to deliver actionable insights, enhance operational efficiency, and drive performance improvements. Key areas of focus include cost savings, network optimization, and service level performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in transportation, logistics, supply chain, business, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in transportation, logistics, or distribution operations, preferably in food distribution or a multi-site environment.
Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, including DOT, FDA, OSHA, and CSA compliance requirements.
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), routing/optimization tools, and transportation analytics.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make business-driven recommendations.
Experience developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Proven ability to influence and provide work direction across teams without direct reporting relationships.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and data analysis tools.
Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize multiple initiatives, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Monitoring, maintaining, and reporting on transportation systems and activities, including Transportation Management Systems (TMS), routing and optimization tools, fleet performance, and third-party carrier data.
Establishing, tracking, and analyzing key transportation metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, route efficiency, freight spend, detention, claims, fuel usage), identifying trends, variances, and performance gaps, and developing actionable improvement plans.
Working with transportation leadership to design and implement scorecards, dashboards, and reporting tools to measure DC and carrier performance.
Partnering with safety, compliance, and quality assurance teams to ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including Department of Transportation (DOT), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), OSHA, and CSA standards.
Conducting root cause analysis on transportation-related issues (e.g., accidents, service failures, delays, chargebacks, claims) and recommending corrective actions.
Supporting transportation leadership in managing third-party carrier performance, including cost analysis, service levels, and contract (RFP/RFQ) evaluations.
Assisting in identifying opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies, including fuel optimization, routing improvements, and asset utilization.
Supporting network and route design improvements to optimize delivery efficiency and service levels.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams (warehouse operations, real estate, finance, IT) to ensure transportation capabilities align with DC capacity, customer demand, and business growth plans.
Developing, documenting, and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for transportation processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
Leading or participating in cross-functional transportation and supply chain projects as assigned by leadership.