Sr. Logistics Analyst

Logistics Analyst III

The Logistics Analyst III is a senior supply chain professional responsible for independently analyzing, optimizing, and supporting complex logistics and transportation operations. This role applies advanced analytical expertise, deep understanding of logistics networks, and sound business judgment to improve service performance, control costs, and enhance end-to-end supply-chain efficiency. Working under limited supervision, the Logistics Analyst III has a direct impact on operational reliability, working capital, and customer satisfaction and may provide guidance to less experienced analysts.

Role Overview

The Logistics Analyst III serves as a key analytical and operational resource within Logistics or Supply Chain Operations. Compared to intermediate roles, this position regularly handles non-routine logistics issues, owns complex analyses, evaluates trade-offs, and drives improvements across transportation, distribution, and inventory flow. The role collaborates closely with Transportation, Distribution, Warehouse Operations, Planning, Procurement, Customer Service, Finance, and external partners to deliver data-driven solutions. The position typically reports to a Logistics Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, or Senior Operations Analytics leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Logistics Analysis & Optimization
• Independently analyze complex logistics data related to transportation, distribution, inventory flow, and service performance
• Identify trends, root causes, and systemic issues affecting cost, service, or efficiency
• Develop actionable insights and recommendations to improve network performance
• Evaluate trade-offs between cost, service, capacity, and risk
• Transportation & Distribution Performance Management
• Analyze carrier performance, lane utilization, transit times, and service levels
• Support optimization of routing, mode selection, and carrier strategies
• Lead analysis for freight cost control, productivity improvements, and capacity planning
• Partner with carriers and third-party logistics providers to resolve performance issues
• Cost Management & Financial Impact
• Perform detailed analysis of freight spend, accessorial charges, and cost drivers
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for logistics costs
• Identify and quantify savings opportunities and track realized benefits
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate logistics cost reporting
• Inventory Flow & Network Support
• Analyze inventory movement across plants, warehouses, and customers
• Support improvements to inventory positioning, lead times, and replenishment flows
• Identify logistics-related inventory risks or inefficiencies
• Coordinate with Planning and Operations to support network balance and service goals
• Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement
• Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks in logistics processes and controls
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., kaizen, lean, optimization projects)
• Support implementation of new logistics tools, reports, or systems
• Contribute to standardization of logistics metrics, methods, and best practices
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Advisory
• Partner cross-functionally to support operational decisions and strategic initiatives
• Communicate complex analyses and recommendations clearly to stakeholders
• Support escalation and resolution of non-routine logistics issues
• Provide informal guidance or mentoring to Logistics Analyst I–II roles

Scope & Impact

Impact is at the functional or multi-site level across logistics and supply-chain operations. Work includes non-routine, judgment-based analysis and decision support. Influences logistics cost structure, service reliability, and operational efficiency. Contributions directly affect customer satisfaction, working capital, and profitability.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Finance, Analytics, or related field required

Several years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply-chain analysis, or operations analytics preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced working knowledge of logistics and transportation processes

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills

Ability to evaluate complex data sets and translate insights into action

Strong understanding of freight cost drivers and service metrics

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with spreadsheets, reporting tools, and ERP/TMS systems required