Transportation Analyst

A consumer packaged goods company is hiring a Transportation Analyst to support its North American supply chain operations. The role focuses on the day-to-day execution of freight movement, from reviewing shipment demand and routing requirements to monitoring deliveries and resolving service issues as they arise. It sits at the intersection of planning, logistics, operations, and customer service, making it a highly cross-functional position. The analyst will track shipments through the entire lifecycle, using track-and-trace tools to keep carriers, internal teams, and business partners informed about status changes, appointment updates, and potential delays. When things go wrong, this person coordinates the response, digs into root causes, and helps prevent the same problem from happening again. The job also carries a strong data component, with regular reporting on key performance indicators like on-time pickup, on-time delivery, appointment adherence, and exception resolution time. The company operates in the food and beverage space, which means the supply chain runs on tight schedules and strict quality standards. Perishable goods, seasonal demand swings, and complex retail delivery windows all add pressure to keep shipments moving on time. The analyst's reporting and analysis directly inform decisions about carrier performance, network efficiency, and cost savings. The role is based in North America and requires deep familiarity with the region's transportation , including dedicated and private fleets, truckload and less-than-truckload shipping, domestic and cross-border moves, and intermodal rail. Candidates should expect to work closely with carriers and internal stakeholders across multiple departments, so clear communication and a customer-service mindset are essential.