North America Transportation Control Tower Analyst

Transportation Control Tower Analyst

We are seeking a skilled and analytical Transportation Control Tower Analyst to join our global logistics team, overseeing and optimizing North America freight operations across domestic and cross border flows. This role focuses on end-to-end shipment visibility, exception management, carrier performance, and issue resolution across multiple Schneider Electric, vendor, and carrier partner sites.

What will you do?

• Crisis Management: Ability to quickly triage, root cause, and set up short term and long term countermeasures as transportation related crises arise.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data across all domestic modes to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Cost Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to reduce transportation costs while maintaining high service levels. Collaborate with Indirect Procurement to negotiate carrier contracts and secure competitive rates.
• Logistics Coordination: Work closely with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to resolve transportation issues and ensure seamless operations across all transportation modes.
• Compliance: Ensure all transportation activities comply with applicable regulations, including DOT, customs, and security standards.
• Performance Reporting: Prepare and present transportation performance metrics and dashboards to management. Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of transportation operations. Stay informed on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Technology & Tools: Leverage business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to visualize data, track KPIs, and support decision-making.
• Project Management: Lead and support transportation-related projects, including system implementations, carrier transitions, and process improvement initiatives. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business goals.

Who will you report to?

Sr Manager, Transportation Control Tower

What qualifications will make you successful?

Education: Bachelor's Degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field.

Experience: 3+ years of experience in transportation analysis, with exposure to multiple transportation modes (parcel, TL, LTL, intermodal).

Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in logistics software and data analysis tools. Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills.

Knowledge: Solid understanding of domestic transportation operations, carrier networks, and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with global supply chain management.

Certification in logistics or supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).

Proficiency in business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

What's in it for me?

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees, including flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, company stock option purchase+ match, and much more.

We seek out and reward people for embracing diverse perspectives; delivering the highest quality innovations; aspiring to build a sustainable future for everyone; getting things done with accountability, speed, integrity, and always with the customer in mind; thinking deeply and differently, challenging the status quo and learning every day; and achieving together, collaborating with trust and openness.

We're recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for Schneider Electric.

25.7bn global revenue 137 000+ employees in 100+ countries 45% of revenue from IoT 5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.