Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Logistics Analyst to support transportation, distribution, and supply chain activities for a growing operation in Arden Hills, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in logistics coordination who can help maintain efficient product movement across domestic and global channels. The role focuses on analyzing shipment activity, improving day-to-day logistics execution, and partnering with internal teams and external providers to keep supply chain operations running smoothly.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipments to help ensure timely delivery and accurate movement of goods across the supply chain.
- Coordinate with carriers, warehouses, and internal stakeholders to resolve transportation issues and maintain continuity in distribution activities.
- Review logistics data and shipment trends to identify delays, cost concerns, and opportunities to improve service performance.
- Support global and domestic logistics processes by helping manage documentation, scheduling, and communication related to freight movement.
- Track key supply chain metrics and prepare reports that help teams make informed decisions on logistics performance.
- Assist with inventory flow and distribution planning to align product availability with operational needs.
- Investigate delivery exceptions, shortages, or routing problems and recommend practical solutions to minimize disruption.
- Contribute to logistics process updates and operational changes, including support for internal system-related workflow adjustments when required.
- At least 1 year of experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, or a related supply chain function.
- Working knowledge of domestic and global logistics coordination principles and shipment tracking practices.
- Ability to analyze operational data, identify issues, and support effective problem resolution.
- Experience communicating with cross-functional teams, carriers, suppliers, or distribution partners with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with supply chain logistics processes, including scheduling, documentation, and movement of goods.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency with standard business software and reporting tools used to support logistics analysis and coordination.