Logistics Analyst
LOGISTICS ANALYST-FREIGHT OPTIMIZATION
AkzoNobel is proud to be one of the world's leading industrial companies. Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we make and supply a wide range of paints, coatings and specialty chemicals. In fact, we are the largest global paints and coatings company.
Within our U.S. paints business, we produce a portfolio of well respected and recognized brands, including Glidden, Glidden Professional, Ralph Lauren Paint, Devoe Coatings and Martha Stewart Living paints; Flood, Sikkens and Synteko woodcare products; plus Liquid Nails adhesives and caulks. We think about the future, but act in the present. We're passionate about introducing new ideas and developing sustainable answers for our customers. That's why our employees - whether in the U.S. or abroad - are committed to excellence and delivering Tomorrow's Answers Today.
We are seeking a Logistics Analyst - Freight Optimization, with a passion for analysis, to implement tools to optimize routings for Transportation Supervisors in the field. This position will be responsible for developing rules for routing and reviewing routings daily to drive cost improvements and working with Transportation Supervisors in the field. The analyst will develop report to measure costs and use metrics to drive change in routing. Extensive analytical analysis of routes will be needed to drive improved results.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, Transportation / Logistics or equivalent.
Strong analytical skills used to compose correspondence, gather and summarize data for reports and identify solutions to a variety of service issues.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office programs - Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word
Proficient in SAP and Business Objects or related querying tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including listening skills
High sense of urgency and follow up skills
Strong organizational skills-ability to stay organized
Passion for the customer
Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize competing tasks or demands that may be deadline driven
Preferred:
Knowledge of transportation industry and freight carriers.
Knowledge of routing and building load plans and knowledge of TL and LTL carriers.
We are able to offer our employees a competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401K, and bonus opportunity. For an opportunity with a dynamic organization, please reply on-line.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a drug-free workplace.