Logistics Analyst I

The Logistic Analyst provides accurate, timely and useful information to Management, ensures accurate accounting for logistics related expenses, and works for continuous improvement for all Logistics activity.

General Responsibilities: Planning, Forecasting, Optimization, Invoice Approvals and Processing

Essential Duties:

Continuous Improvements

• Review and analysis of all logistics routes for optimization and cost reduction.
• Identifies process inefficiency for MNA’s internal activity and works to implement improvements.
• Develops and assists with logistics related system improvements in SAP and other areas as needed.
• Reviews development plans to determine potential transportation cost impact.

IBT/OBT Logistic Payment Processing (MNA-MI Plant

• Gathering IBT/OBT logistics result data from SAP/GTMS (Weekly, Monthly, As Needed)
• Verification of all 3PL and logistics invoicing for accuracy.
• Gathering MI plant non-SAP freight invoices for additional/extra shipment invoice processing.
• Prepares payment reports and monthly closing reports.
• Invoice payment: Processing of all logistics invoices / expenses.

Collaboration and Support Function

• Lead weekly optimization meeting with the materials planning team to review weekly utilization and plans for the upcoming week.
• Collaboration with 3PL’s, other logistics providers, and carriers for route planning and optimization.
• Support with all HQ requests for reporting as needed.
• Provide support and coverage of daily tasks for the Toledo Plant as needed for absences.

Performs all other assigned duties and/or special assignments as delegated.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or other related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication for effective reporting to management, customer, and suppliers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• MS Office is a must; SAP and MS Project are preferred.

Bilingual speaking is a plus (English / Spanish / Korean)