What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Analyst position at Enersys?
EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
Job Purpose
The Corporate Transportation Analyst will support the movement of product, materials and irregular expedited transportation requirements. Transportation Analyst oversees the timely delivery of goods. Maintain delivery schedules and track deliveries to ensure deliveries are met. Update and provide tracking information to internal requestors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. A primary duty is to exercise discretion and independent judgment when dealing with critical matters within the Logistics department.
2. Resolving daily Freight & Logistics operational issues related to transportation management (user training, freight discrepancies, track & trace).
3. Operational duties to include coordination with carriers, freight forwarders, internal sites and suppliers.
4. Maintaining strong lines of communication with Procurement, Plants, Distribution Centers, business units, key customer groups, Corporate Operations Control and other relevant departments.
5. Maintain Standard Operating Procedures and site profiles including key contacts, special requirements, contract rates and preferred routings/services/carriers.
6. Immediately report problems, operation disputes or discrepancies.
7. Resolve issues respective to meeting site requirements, data input, general service inquiries related to tracking & tracing.
8. Maintain and analyze KPI’s.
9. Ability to recommend changes to carrier onboarding, connections or workflows based on changing business conditions.
10. Ability to summarize and communicate concisely both verbal and written to all levels of the organization internally and externally.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma.
- Transportation, freight forwarding, shipping or warehouse background preferred.
- Ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ experience in Logistics.
Language Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of TMS and experience a plus.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Ability to get Certified: 49CFR, IATA, IMDG; current active Hazmat Certification a plus
Other Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to learn and regularly operate various computer systems across different platforms.
- Ability to develop and maintain lasting relationship with stake holders
- Highly motivated and committed to professional standards and performance.
- Must be organized and proficient in time management.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimal
General Job Requirements
- This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled
