Transportation Analyst

Tropicana Products, Inc. • Bradenton, FL

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we're committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages. The Supply Chain function is essential to Tropicana Brand Group's success by enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. By improving warehouse operations, optimizing transportation routes, and refining inventory management practices, the team plays a critical role in streamlining processes. Collaborating with other departments to align strategies, the Supply Chain team ensures that Tropicana meets customer demands while maintaining a high standard of performance and cost-effectiveness. Through their efforts, they contribute to both short-term achievements and long-term growth. We are looking to add a Transportation Analyst to our Transportation team. This role will be responsible for optimizing the company's transportation operations through data analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives. This role is responsible for monitoring carrier performance, ensuring cost-effective freight solutions, validating transportation data, and supporting day-to-day execution of the transportation network to meet on-time and in-full delivery targets. Tropicana is looking for a critical thinker with exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be located in Bradenton, FL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to be onsite daily in the Tropicana Manufacturing plant in Bradenton
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data visualization).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented approach to data validation and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years in transportation, logistics, or supply chain analytics preferred.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain transportation performance reports to support decision-making through daily, weekly, and monthly KPI tracking.
• Conduct data analysis and ad hoc reporting to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in transportation planning and execution, including load planning, carrier selection, and shipment tracking.
• Manage carrier and vendor relationships, supporting RFP processes, monitoring compliance, and resolving service issues.
• Ensure data accuracy in transportation systems (e.g., TMS) to maintain reliable operational and financial insights.
• Drive process improvements and support system enhancements to optimize transportation efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance.
• In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees