Logistics Analyst

Logistics Analyst 

JOB-10046911

Anticipated Start Date

June 29, 2026

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is an American natural gas and crude oil pipeline company with headquarters in Houston, Texas.

Job Summary

The Logistics Analyst is responsible for coordinating transportation, freight forwarding, and expediting services to support capital projects, field engineering, operations, and maintenance activities. This role manages the movement of materials and equipment by coordinating with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant deliveries. The position also oversees carrier selection, freight spend, shipment documentation, and vendor performance while maintaining strong communication across project teams and external partners.

Job Description

• Arrange for and coordinate all aspects of transportation and expediting services required for Capital Projects, Field Engineering, Operations and Maintenance
• Execution of permit loads
• Determines method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates
• Compliance with all TSA, DOT and Customs regulations and accurate, efficient preparation of all required paperwork for delay-free forwarding
• Consult with material and equipment suppliers to receive correct information on weights and dimensions of all freight and provide to carriers
• Select carriers for transportation and negotiate rates and contracts with carriers.
• Ensure selected carrier meets all insurance requirements and contractual obligations
• Continuous involvement with selected carriers and internal project team, throughout the shipment process from carrier selection to successful completion of the shipment
• Manage communication between the third-party logistics vendor and/or carriers, project team and suppliers to ensure timely completion of projects
• Consult with material and equipment suppliers and the jobsite to coordinate deliveries and identify, report and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain all applicable files associated with shipments
• Selection of suppliers to help meet the company’s needs in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner 
• Provide accurate and timely updates of project status to all involved
• Manage performance of vendor relationships with third-party trucking, freight forwarders and carriers
• Manage freight spend and schedule quarterly reviews with third party logistics partner, key carriers and Company management
• Attend on-site load/off load operations sites as required

Skills Required

• 1-6 years of experience
• Prior experience with freight forwarding and logistics preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Superb organizational skills with strong attention to detail and negotiating skills to resolve problems
• The ability to intuitively follow the logical flow of production and fabrication schedules and understanding the obligations involved with contracts and procurement
• Must be team oriented with the ability to organize time and tasks
• Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of job tasks and project requirements

Education/Training/Certifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is preferred

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.