Analyst, Transportation

Job Overview Universal Music Manufacturing & Logistics is seeking an experienced Transportation Billing Analyst to support the US physical supply chain with inbound and outbound transportation. The role is responsible for monitoring and ensuring timely payment of freight invoices to carriers, GL coding for rebilling to UMG departments and Label groups, carrier invoice dispute review/resolution, freight claims processing, and freight spend monitoring. Responsibilities Review freight invoices rejected for payment by the freight audit provider and resolve discrepancies between provider and carrier. Ensure all freight invoices are accurately coded for internal rebilling to the appropriate UMG department or Label group. Review and submit shipment paperwork to support the processing of carrier invoices. Assist in periodic audit of carrier payments by the freight audit provider. Generate and publish shipment reports, freight spend metrics, and cost reports. Maintain open communication with UMG Supply Chain Team, UMG Label Groups, and carriers. Track shipments, identify and submit freight claims, and follow up with carriers for resolution and payment processing. Support the transportation team with bid requests, carrier selection, scheduling, and tracking outbound/inbound loads. Create shipment paperwork, customs documents, and schedule appointments. Manually enter and update records in the Transportation Order Management system. Qualifications Understanding of modes of transportation, costs, and carrier tariffs. Ability to interpret and analyze carrier tariffs. Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) or an order management system. Familiarity with supply chain concepts and transportation documents (BOL, DR, CI). Strong computer skills, including extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization. High level of attention to detail and resourcefulness. Ability to analyze data and trends to make educated conclusions based on data. Team player who shares ideas and methods to improve performance. Prioritizes work activities, plans, stays organized, and manages timelines in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in consumer products, retail operations, or e‑commerce is preferred. 3 years of experience and a proven, positive track record as a Transportation Analyst, Logistics Analyst, Transportation Coordinator, or in a comparable role. A minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a customer or vendor‑facing role. High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Benefits & Perks Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including 100% coverage for out‑patient in‑network mental health services. Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants. Well‑being reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year). Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement. 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution. Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees, 3‑weeks PTO for non‑exempt employees, 2‑weeks paid winter break, and 10 company holidays (including Juneteenth and Well‑being Day). Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day). Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent. Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an E‑Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E‑Verify in California and New York and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E‑Verify, for example candidates on STEM‑OPT. #J-18808-Ljbffr