Transportation Analyst

Lennox International • Richardson, TX

5d • $48,000 - $63,000

About The Position

As a Transportation Analyst, you will evaluate and design transportation and distribution procedures to maximize delivery efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knows principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
• Knows some industry and regulatory trends.
• Must have basic knowledge about Transportation Management Systems.
• Must have effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research and analysis of freight costs and classifications, delivery methods and delivery schedules to minimize delivery costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Maintain databases of freight costs and transportation networks.
• Assist in negotiating transportation rates in accordance with company guidelines and standards as needed.
• Assist in the analysis of transportation costs, equipment availability and service levels.
• Conduct cost studies to develop negotiating leverage, evaluate alternatives and reduce costs.
• May assist in coordinating foreign merchandise production, quota, customs documentation and transportation.
• May work with customs officials to work out delays and obtain release of incoming freight.

Benefits

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance
• 12 days paid time off
• 2 paid well-being days
• 1 paid volunteer day
• 12 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

What This Job Offers

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