Perform advanced quantitative analysis on large freight and transportation data sets to identify cost-saving and optimization opportunities.
Analyze and benchmark transportation carrier freight rates across multiple shipping modes (LTL, FTL, parcel, intermodal, ocean, air).
Develop financial models and business cases to support carrier sourcing decisions, RFP events, and contract negotiations.
Forecast, manage, and monitor freight budgets; proactively identify risks, cost drivers, and trends.
Translate complex data into clear insights and executive-ready reporting to influence transportation strategy.
Maintain and optimize SAP transportation routes, condition tables, and master data (e.g., PWeaver or equivalent).
Leverage advanced Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas), Power BI, and other analytical tools to build dashboards and automated reporting solutions.
Generate KPI reporting for freight spend, carrier performance, and network efficiency.
Partner with Freight Audit & Pay to resolve complex data discrepancies and systemic issues.
Lead and support cross-functional transportation optimization projects.
Identify process gaps through data analysis and recommend scalable solutions.
Maintain awareness of transportation market trends, cost structures, and capacity dynamics to proactively guide decision-making.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Engineering, or related analytical discipline (required).
4+ years of experience in transportation analytics, freight analysis, supply chain analytics, or related strategic analytical role.
Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, data modeling, pivot tables, large data manipulation).
Experience working with large data sets and performing advanced quantitative analysis.
Experience using SAP (transportation, logistics, or finance modules).
Proven ability to develop data-backed business cases and drive measurable logistics savings.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex analysis clearly to stakeholders at multiple levels.

Freight Analyst

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