Transportation Regional Planner - Logistics Analyst

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at .

Job Description

The role of the Logistics Analyst is designed to provide analytical, auditing, reporting and operational support for the Windows Transportation Organization and network. The Logistics Analyst will also provide support for the routing functions across the network to ensure we meet our customer needs and metrics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize Supply Chain knowledge and expertise to produce insightful analytical research
• Collaboration with third-party carriers, plants, and vendors to optimize the delivery operations and production schedules.
• Conduct Invoicing Audits against 3PL contractual agreements
• Perform planned vs actual audits against private fleet locations
• Support and embrace a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coordinate, review, create, and analyze operational metrics (KPI and PVA) and provide feedback on trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Analyze the delivery network to identify expense reduction opportunities.
• Research on-time performance deficiencies
• Work directly with vendors and carriers in developing corrective plans of action.
• Conduct KPI calls and review metrics and strategize future growth to improve operational processes consistently.
• Collaborate with 3rd party logistics providers functioning as contractors of Cornerstone’s supply chain.
• Create and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Knowledge of dedicated, private, and 3rd party fleets and carrier rates
• Strong communication and written skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to analyze data and make recommendations based on SC knowledge
• Assist in cross-training routing analysts to provide backup support for day-to-day operations for the Cornerstone Aperture group. 
• All employees are responsible for working safely as a condition of employment.
• In fulfilling responsibilities, the associate will work to; reduce overall miles and delivery costs, supply each transportation organization with their routing tasks daily (including 3PL providers) and meet customer delivery restrictions and work to adjust restrictions as appropriate to reduce costs.
• Coordinate cross-company transfers between operating units to maximize delivery performance while reducing costs.
• Ensure customer and routing data is maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with 1 to 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain/Logistics
• Background in Supply Chain / Logistics / Transportation preferred.
• Proficiency with personal computers, word processing, spreadsheets and effective oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to negotiate movement in all the environments typical to the transportation industry (i.e. enter and egress tractors and trailers, etc). Must be flexible to accommodate a dynamic working environment.
• May be required to travel and work in a warehouse/production setting as part of oversight and administrative tasks: 25-30%
• Experience working in Transportation TMS systems.

Additional Information

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$85,000 + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?  

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we  live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here . You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here . If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

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