Distribution Analyst

You will drive operational and financial results by leading distribution productivity initiatives and cost-reduction strategies that improve service levels, operational performance, and budget attainment You will utilize structured problem-solving methodologies to identify opportunities, achieve cost-savings targets, and present data-driven recommendations to leadership You will analyze distribution operations, transportation performance, productivity metrics, and plant-to-customer delivery performance to identify cost, service, and efficiency improvement opportunities Additionally, you will design, develop, and interpret reports and dashboards using PALS, PeopleNet, OBIEE, Cognos, TRE reports, and other business intelligence tools to identify trends, performance gaps, and actionable insights Furthermore, you will monitor real-time operational and financial performance throughout the month, proactively identifying risks, validating results, and supporting budget achievement Partner with Procurement, Logistics, Distribution Operations, Suppliers, Field Locations, and Regional Distribution Managers to implement sustainable cost-reduction initiatives, improve operational performance, and drive cross-functional process improvements Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts by identifying, documenting, and replicating successful Distribution Value Stream projects across multiple regions and business units while challenging the status quo and promoting operational excellence Lastly, communicate project findings, recommendations, and progress updates to leadership while translating strategic business objectives into actionable plans, measurable outcomes, and long-term sustainable results What makes you great You will bring a BA or BS degree along with 4+ years of logistics and/or distribution experience supporting operational performance and business objectives You will apply strong problem-solving, analytical, and multitasking skills to evaluate data, identify opportunities, and support effective decision-making You will leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders, lead change initiatives, and drive measurable results across the organization Additionally, you will demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, and other data analysis tools to support reporting and business insights Furthermore, you will utilize SQL or other database querying tools to extract, analyze, and interpret operational and financial data You will work with business intelligence platforms such as Cognos, OBIEE, Power BI, or Tableau to develop reporting solutions and deliver data-driven recommendations Additionally, you will apply an understanding of transportation and distribution financials, including general ledger analysis, budgeting, cost management, and performance measurement Lastly, experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, or Value Stream Mapping methodologies is preferred to support process optimization and sustainable operational improvements Why you will love working with us Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet. Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra-high-purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life-saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions. What we offer you! At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless. Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day! Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $76,500 - $112,200. Have we inspired you? Let´s talk about it We are looking forward to receiving your complete application. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Linde Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development. *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. 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