Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Radial Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and analytically driven Carrier Solutions TMS Analyst to join their Transportation Solutions team. This role serves as the primary business-side subject matter expert for Transportation Management System (TMS) configuration and business rules, focusing on optimizing transportation business logic and supporting various transportation initiatives and projects.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners in technology and project management to support transportation projects and initiatives, ensuring their successful execution and implementation
- Conduct comprehensive analyses on transportation services and solutions, including cost analysis, performance evaluation, route optimization, and transportation mode assessment
- Utilize the Transportation Management System (Centiro) and other relevant software tools to collect and analyze transportation data, identify areas for improvement, and propose actionable solutions
- Adjust and optimize business rules within the Transportation Management System (Centiro) to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and automation of transportation processes
- Maintain and monitor the performance of the Transportation Management System (Centiro), troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with technical support teams to resolve any system-related challenges
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and transportation metrics to measure performance, identify trends, and evaluate the effectiveness of transportation initiatives
- Collaborate closely with national and regional parcel carriers, building and maintaining strong relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring favorable rates and service level agreements
- Continuously monitor and evaluate carrier performance, addressing any concerns or issues promptly and implementing corrective actions when necessary
- Collaborate with technology and project management teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and the adoption of emerging transportation technologies
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in transportation logistics, and provide insights and recommendations to drive continuous improvement
- Provide regular updates on project progress, analysis findings, and key performance metrics
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience working as a Transportation Solutions Analyst or in a similar analytical role, preferably within the transportation or logistics industry
- Strong familiarity and experience in working with national and regional parcel carriers, including a deep understanding of carrier networks, rates, and service offerings
- Proficiency in working with Transportation Management Systems, and adjusting business rules within the system
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and draw meaningful insights and recommendations
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including technology and project management
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Proficiency in using data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, SQL, or similar software is highly desirable
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards in transportation logistics is a plus
- Relevant certifications or advanced degrees are a plus
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards in transportation logistics is a plus
Benefits
- Opportunities to develop and explore career advancement
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid life insurance and disability, employer HSA funding
- Family planning coverage, including Fertility & Adoption benefits
- 401K matching after 6 months with immediate vesting
- Generous PTO
- Educational assistance and more!
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