North America Transportation Control Tower Analyst

Schneider Electric•Nashville, TN

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and analytical Transportation Control Tower Analyst to join our global logistics team, overseeing and optimizing North America freight operations across domestic and cross border flows. This role focuses on end‑to‑end shipment visibility, exception management, carrier performance, and issue resolution across multiple Schneider Electric, vendor, and carrier partner sites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in transportation analysis, with exposure to multiple transportation modes (parcel, TL, LTL, intermodal).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in logistics software and data analysis tools.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
Solid understanding of domestic transportation operations, carrier networks, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with global supply chain management.
Certification in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).
Proficiency in business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

Responsibilities

Crisis Management: Ability to quickly triage, root cause, and set up short term and long term countermeasures as transportation related crises arise.
Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data across all domestic modes to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Cost Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to reduce transportation costs while maintaining high service levels. Collaborate with Indirect Procurement to negotiate carrier contracts and secure competitive rates.
Logistics Coordination: Work closely with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to resolve transportation issues and ensure seamless operations across all transportation modes.
Compliance: Ensure all transportation activities comply with applicable regulations, including DOT, customs, and security standards.
Performance Reporting: Prepare and present transportation performance metrics and dashboards to management. Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of transportation operations. Stay informed on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
Technology & Tools: Leverage business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to visualize data, track KPIs, and support decision-making.
Project Management: Lead and support transportation-related projects, including system implementations, carrier transitions, and process improvement initiatives. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business goals.