What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solutions and Design Analyst (Transportation/Logistics Routing) position at Lanter Delivery Systems?
Solutions and Design Analyst
Lanter Delivery Systems is a multi-regional logistics company and a leader in overnight, unattended delivery of auto and agricultural parts from Customer's distribution centers to dealer locations. Our customers include most major U.S. automakers and agricultural equipment manufacturers including; GM, Ford, Chrysler, John Deere, Cummins, Case New Holland and many more. Lanter guarantees shipments that are placed in the late afternoon will be delivered next morning by 8:00AM. Come be a part of a growing team!
Lanter Delivery Systems is currently seeking a Solutions and Design Analyst. This position will be evaluating and designing truck transportation routes to maximize delivery efficiency for our customers and will work under the supervision of the VP of Solutions and Design.
Remote, St Louis area preferred
The ideal candidate will embody our company's Non-Negotiables:
- Walk in Humble Confidence - We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything.
- Be Open, Honest and Respectful - We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way.
- Be Fearless - We never fail, we only learn.
- We are One Team - We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus.
- Delivery on Commitments - We do what we say we will do.
- We have a Passion to Serve - We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other.
- We put Safety First - We prioritize the safety of our team members and customers above all else in our business.
- We Strive for Operational Excellence - We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvements, driving quality and productivity.
Job Responsibilities of the Solutions and Design Analyst:
- Manage and maintain master route schedules and change requests.
- Ensure service issues related to delivery schedules are resolved
- Maintain reports that measure the cost effectiveness of routing solutions created
- Analyze and implement improvements to routing that result in better service and lower cost.
- As the business changes, partner with operations to make the necessary adjustments to their routing to continue to maximize efficiency.
- Analyze routing data and identify opportunities to improve route efficiencies
- Analyze prospective and new customer data in order to provide routing solution and pricing
- Analyze prospective acquisitions to determine logistics synergies upon integration.
- Provide operational reporting on projects
- Other analysis and reporting as required.
Job Requirements of the Solutions and Design Analyst:
- Bachelor's Degree in Transportation, Business, Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
- Five (5) years work experience in finance, transportation operations, or traffic functions
- Experience routing truck traffic using software (Appian routing software preferred but not required
- Thorough understanding of computer file structures
- Understanding of basic accounting and profit/loss
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience following a well-defined process when troubleshooting.
- Ability to use time effectively and efficiently in order to meet deadlines; excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate to all levels of the organization. Strong ability to take the initiative and be proactive when resolving issues.
- Team player with a positive, professional attitude.
- Strong background in data analysis.
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient at Microsoft Excel and highly knowledgeable in other Microsoft products
Lanter is financially sound and growing and offers a full benefits package after 90 days of employment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, and 401K with company match. Come see what a career with Lanter can do for you!