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Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
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If you are looking to enhance, change, or even start your career in the logistics and supply chain field, we have the position for you! Our Logistics Analysts play a pivotal role in the overall success of our operations in being the face of the company to our various customers.
Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (ULH) is a leading single-source logistics provider that offers a broad scope of services throughout the entire supply chain. Universal's experienced management team, with its state-of-the-art technology, provides customized logistics solutions to its customers resulting in proven efficiencies and savings.
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
-Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business management or related fields preferred.
-In-depth knowledge of distribution and shipping methods
-Strong analytical skills to interpret data and metrics
-Problem-solving skills to take quick and decisive action when the supply chain breaks down
-Effective oral communication skills to collaborate with Warehouse Managers, carriers and suppliers
-Demonstrated written communication skills to compile reports and write policies and procedures
-Familiarity with logistics tracking software, spreadsheets, word processors and email
-Ability to think outside the box when spotting opportunities for improvement
-Multitasking skills to quickly switch from one task to another when required
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Logistics Analyst job duties can positively impact customer satisfaction and profitability. An Analyst constantly monitors your company's supply chain, identifying areas where product flow may break down and ways that you can improve processes and procedures to get goods to your customers more quickly and affordably (MFU). When supply chain issues arise, a Logistics Analyst uses their extensive knowledge and skills to find solutions to minimize disruptions. Some functions that Logistics Analysts monitor include product availability, transportation reliability, inventory control, back orders and fulfillment rates. They may also lead small teams in warehouse functions. An analyst develops and reports KPI's, complete standard work instructions for related job functions and prepares detailed reports for upper management in a timely manner.