Transportation Analyst II - job 1 of 2

Overview

The Transportation Analyst (m/f/d) will be responsible for optimizing transportation operations and analyzing transportation data to ensure cost-effective and efficient movement of goods. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring carrier performance, and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance service quality and operational performance. You will be based in our Distribution site in Großkugel (near Leipzig/Halle), working closely with the warehouse team and reporting into a regional analyst based in France. 

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Carrier Performance: Monitor and evaluate carrier performance by agreed KPIs, including on-time delivery, cost, and compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Cost Optimization: Align with global transportation strategies to minimize transportation costs while maintaining high service levels.
• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost and service improvement.
• Contract Management: Support the negotiation, execution, and management of transportation contracts, ensuring terms align with company objectives and compliance standards.
• Carrier Selection: Assist in the evaluation and selection of carriers, ensuring alignment with service level expectations, cost efficiency, and compliance requirements.
• Invoice Review: Review and verify incoming and outgoing freight invoices for accurate rules and coding to ensure timely payment.
• Cost Analysis: Review, analyze, and manage freight and transport costs.
• Provider Reviews: Take part in regular business reviews with key transportation service providers and set performance objectives.
• Freight Claims Management: Assist in the management, tracking, and reporting of freight claims.
• Problem Resolution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve transportation-related issues.
• Route Planning: Assist in optimizing transportation routes and schedules to improve efficiency and reduce transit times and cost.
• System Support: Support the implementation and maintenance of transportation management system (TMS).
• Reporting: Compile and summarize freight reports produced by carriers and TMS to provide visibility of freight spend and on-time performance.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Quickly analyze and resolve discrepancies (billing, service, etc.) and escalate them to the relevant contacts.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, such as Logistics, Planning, Trade Compliance, and Customer Service, to align transportation activities with business objectives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Relevant experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain analytics. Experience with international shipping and customs regulations as well as experience in a medical device or healthcare industry welcome. Certification in supply chain or logistics (e.g., APICS, CLTD, or Lean Six Sigma) welcome.
• Technical Skills: Experienced in transportation management systems (TMS), data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI), and ERP systems.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with freight audit and payment processes, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, IATA, or FMCSA regulations). Knowledge of temperature-controlled and dangerous goods transportation preferred.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in analysis and reporting.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively.
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional travel to warehouses or distribution centers as needed.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Benefits: Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. Bio-Rad is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation program to attract, motivate and retain qualified employees. In addition to a competitive 13 month salary our employees can assess their contribution to the company's success through annual performance reviews. Our benefits include 30 days of paid time-off as well as a vacation allowance, on top of extensive learning and development opportunities, life and accident insurance, a pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, meal allowances, birthday vouchers, and regular team events. Family-friendly trust-based working time models and the option to work remotely allow for maximum flexibility. 

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

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