Transportation Analyst

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence. As a Transportation Analyst , you will be responsible for managing and analyzing transportation activities that support the efficient movement of freight for the facility. You will lead freight forecasting and transportation budget analysis, monitor monthly financial performance and variances, and conduct cost, transit-time, capacity, and velocity studies to identify opportunities and support business decisions. This role will also manage dedicated fleet providers and transportation lanes, monitor key performance indicators, and ensure appropriate capacity is available to meet business needs. Serving as a key liaison across transportation, operations, financial services, service providers, and other stakeholders, you will balance strategic financial analysis with tactical transportation support, helping resolve execution challenges, customs-related needs, and other time-sensitive freight requirements. Additional Information: This position may be based in Lafayette or Lebanon, Indiana and requires regular onsite support at both facilities. Employees should expect to work from the alternate facility approximately 2–3 days per week based on business needs. This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday. This role does not offer relocation or sponsorship. This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules. This role requires up to 10% domestic travel outside of the Lafayette area. What You Will Do: Develop and manage freight forecasts and transportation plans to support facility transportation requirements and business needs. Monitor transportation spend against budget and perform monthly financial variance analysis, communicating results and key drivers to Financial Services and business leadership. Conduct transportation cost studies and analysis to evaluate freight costs, transit times, capacity, service performance, and shipment velocity. Manage relationships and performance with dedicated fleet providers, ensuring transportation services effectively support facility requirements. Own assigned transportation lanes and capacity planning, identifying potential capacity constraints and coordinating solutions to maintain reliable freight movement. Establish, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to transportation cost, service, capacity, and operational performance. Serve as a key liaison between transportation, operations, financial…

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