CORPORATE LOGISTICS ANALYST

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Job description

Overview:
Seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Logistics Analyst to join our corporate team. In this role, you will support multiple shipping locations across the U.S., analyzing logistics data, optimizing transportation processes, and enhancing supply chain efficiency. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products while minimizing costs and improving service levels.

Responsibilities:
Process & Routing Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to enhance logistics operations, focusing on transportation routing, inventory management, and shipping processes, including advanced techniques like milk runs.

Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret logistics data to identify trends and inefficiencies. Prepare regular performance reports and dashboards for management, highlighting metrics and actionable insights.

Carrier & Vendor Management: Manage relationships with carriers and vendors to ensure service reliability and cost-effectiveness.

KPI Achievement & Continuous Improvement: Monitor logistics KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain knowledge of LTL freight classes, truckload, and ocean market dynamics to optimize transportation decisions.

Collaboration & Coordination: Partner with regional operations, procurement, and sales teams to coordinate logistics efforts and resolve issues effectively.

Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR): Contribute to QBRs showcasing logistics performance, challenges, and improvement initiatives.

Invoice Auditing & Cost Management: Conduct audits of shipping invoices to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies. Monitor shipping costs and contribute to process improvements for cost savings.

System & Project Management: Utilize Transportation Management System (TMS) for tendering and tracking shipments while problem-solving. Support special projects aligned with corporate logistics objectives.

Import/Export Support: With experience in customs processing, assist with import/export transportation logistics, ensuring compliance and efficiency in international shipments. While working with our partners, oversee daily ocean import shipments from pre-alert to invoicing. Arrange cargo pickups and deliveries and expedite urgent shipments as necessary.

Compliance & Documentation: Ensure compliance with U.S. regulations and company policies. Collaborate with Customs Brokers to prepare necessary documentation for clearing shipments and processing Delivery Orders and Arrival Notices.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field or 3+ experience in the Truckload Market.

Proficient in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and experienced in routing optimization techniques.

Strong understanding of carrier management practices, including LTL freight classifications, truckload, and ocean market dynamics.

Familiarity with conducting QBRs and invoice audits.

Experience with import transportation and understanding of international logistics processes.

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, or data visualization software).

Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and creating Standard Operation Procedures (SOP)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.

Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance requirements.

10-20% Travel required.

Sonny's Enterprises is the world's largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies. We are the industry leader, recognized and awarded by the International Car Wash Association for innovating new technologies to advance the industry with products proudly designed and built in the USA. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We embrace change and the opportunity it produces to maximize the potential of our most valuable resource - our PEOPLE! We invite you to explore our opportunities and grow your career with us.

We offer 100% employer paid medical plan. Other optional benefit programs are available to our employees and their families which include: 401(k) match, additional medical plans, dental, vision, flex spending account, short-term and long-term disability & life insurance coverage.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonny's is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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