Freight Optimization Analyst

Position: Freight Optimization Analyst

Location: Orlando, FL / Full time in office

Duration: 7-month contract with strong potential for extension

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM, Full-time in office

Pay Rate: $30/hr.

Overview: Acara Solutions is hiring a Freight Optimization Analyst in Orlando, FL. This role plays a crucial part in optimizing the supply chain by analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing process improvements. The position offers the opportunity to work with a global network of 90+ locations supporting aviation products.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Optimize Execution: Analyze data and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance supply chain performance.
• Database Management: Create and manage databases for supply chain improvement initiatives.
• Analysis and Presentation: Develop and present insights and actions to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and Resolve Constraints: Address supply chain constraints with stakeholders.
• Implement Procedures: Create procedures for adjusting shipping methods and variables.
• Process Improvement: Identify and address operational process improvements.
• Efficiency Monitoring: Monitor freight metrics for cost and performance.
• Budget Management: Collaborate with leadership to meet freight cost budget.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement improvement efforts and support audits.
• Performance Evaluation: Assist in the development and evaluation of performance KPIs.
• Project Participation: Work on assigned freight projects.

Job Requirements

Requirements: 

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in Power BI and strong Excel skills
• Experience with analytics, Power BI, DAX, SQL, and Python
• Demonstrated experience in all modes of transport for both domestic and international, including knowledge of Incoterms, shipping methodologies, service levels, rates, and pricing structure
• Familiarity with import and export compliance, OGAs, freight forwarders, carriers, and consolidators
• Experience with process flow and visual stream mapping
• Proficiency in ERP (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio) for executive-friendly presentations

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of supply chain/logistics experience and project management experience
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification, or equivalent Lean problem-solving skills
• Ability to extract large amounts of data from multiple sources and convert it into actionable insights

Soft Skills: 

• Strong problem-solving and organization skills with the ability to drive assignments to successful conclusion
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to understand complex processes and implement improvement initiatives
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks while dealing with disruptions and competing priorities

Education: 

• BS with 3 years' experience or HS diploma with 5+ years' experience

Preferred Skills: 

• Experience with SAP, Ship ERP, Business Intelligence (Power BI or Tableau), and other analytical tools highly preferred
• Experience in freight and transportation, SAP experience
• Proficiency in ERP (SAP) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio) preferred
• Experience in planning, purchasing, buying, warehousing, and manufacturing preferred
• APICS CPIM certification preferred

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.