What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Analyst (Transportation) position at SAYN?
SAYN is hiring a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst with a focus on transportation operations. In this role, you will analyze shipping data, identify cost-saving opportunities, support carrier negotiations, and help optimize transportation performance. You will work closely with logistics, procurement, and operations teams to drive efficiency and support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect, analyze, and report on transportation data including freight costs, transit times, and carrier performance.
- Identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities across modes (truckload, LTL, parcel, intermodal, etc.).
- Support transportation sourcing and procurement processes, including rate benchmarking and bid evaluations.
- Assist with contract and rate management for carriers and 3PLs.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., logistics, operations, finance) to align transportation strategies with business goals.
- Monitor carrier compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and develop performance scorecards.
- Generate regular reports and dashboards for leadership on transportation KPIs.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to route optimization, load planning, and mode selection.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in supply chain, transportation, or logistics analytics.
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with freight contracts, rate analysis, or carrier negotiations.
- Knowledge of domestic and/or international transportation regulations.
- Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
