​Senior Logistics Analyst (Hybrid Role)

US Foods • Rosemont, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Logistics Analyst role is responsible for the collection, review, and analysis of logistics data to help maximize supply chain efficiency through effective modeling and design of inbound transportation routes. This role will develop logistics lane analysis, provide transportation conversion solutions, and assist in the implementation and reporting of freight performance across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and preferably some experience in supply chain, logistics, data analytics, or foodservice. This role will be onsite 2 days a month in Rosemont, IL.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access)
• Able to translate data insights from large datasets into specific optimization / improvement actions
• Effective communication teaming skills; capable of developing alignment across Logistics functions and other departments
• 2 years of experience with progressive experience in a highly data-drive / analytical type role
• Undergraduate major in supply chain, operations, statistics, business, or a data-related field
• Prior work experience in supply chain, logistics, data analytics, or foodservice
• Prior experience with logistics management applications (e.g. Llamasoft, TMS, Arrowstream)

Responsibilities

• Drive supply chain cost improvement and performance of inbound logistics through daily data analysis of relevant freight and vendor data.
• Provide creative and insightful lane recommendations and options to stakeholders based on data analysis and route optimization output.
• Leverage Llamasoft transportation optimization software to engineer optimal fleet trucking routes for USF locations and dedicated 3rd party hubs.
• Own the development and maintenance of freight information for assigned lanes / geographies.
• Operate databases within the logistics management applications (Llamasoft, TMS, Arrowstream).
• Model lane solutions supporting net freight income targets and service level improvements for the inbound supply chain.
• Serve as subject matter expert regarding process and procedures for reviewing and approving optimal route opportunities, logistics systems and workflows as it relates to freight conversion.
• Utilize financial, logistical and procurement databases/systems to assist in the development, analysis and modeling for load related supply chain efficiency improvements.
• Manage communications with field or other internal / external stakeholders under limited guidance of senior team members.

What This Job Offers

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