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- $20 - $25 an hour
- Extended hours
- Oracle
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Logistics Analyst

SOUTHERN MOTION
Pontotoc, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $25 an hour
14 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Manufacturing facility experience
Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions)
Data-driven problem-solving
Business Administration
Business
Associate's degree
Cross-functional communication
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Logistics Analyst is responsible for planning, analyzing, and optimizing the movement of raw materials, components, work-in-process inventory, and finished upholstered motion furniture throughout the supply chain. This role ensures cost-effective, on-time delivery while supporting manufacturing schedules, inventory accuracy, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Logistics Analyst collaborates closely with procurement, production planning, customer service, warehouse operations, carriers, and suppliers to improve transportation performance and overall supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze inbound and outbound freight activity to identify opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.
Coordinate transportation for domestic and international shipments of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
Monitor carrier performance, freight costs, transit times, and delivery accuracy using key performance indicators (KPIs).
Develop and maintain logistics dashboards and reports for management review.
Optimize transportation routes, shipment consolidation, and freight utilization to reduce overall logistics expenses.
Collaborate with production planning to ensure materials arrive in time to support manufacturing schedules.
Support inventory management by analyzing stock levels, replenishment timing, and warehouse capacity.
Work with suppliers, freight carriers, distribution centers, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to resolve shipping issues and improve service levels.
Monitor inbound materials such as upholstery fabrics, foam, wood components, steel mechanisms, motors, electronics, hardware, and packaging supplies.
Ensure timely shipment of finished upholstered motion furniture to distribution centers, retailers, and direct customers.
Investigate freight claims, shipping discrepancies, shortages, and damaged shipments.
Maintain transportation records, freight invoices, and shipping documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Analyze transportation contracts and assist with carrier selection and rate negotiations.
Support ERP, WMS, and TMS system accuracy by maintaining transportation and inventory data.
Identify opportunities for process automation and continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing principles.
Assist with annual freight budgeting, forecasting, and logistics cost analysis.
Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, company policies, and customer shipping requirements.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
3–5 years of logistics, transportation, or supply chain analysis experience, preferably within furniture, manufacturing, or consumer goods industries.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, Power Query, and data analysis functions.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, or similar manufacturing systems.
Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in upholstered furniture or motion furniture manufacturing.
Knowledge of inbound materials planning and production scheduling.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
APICS/ASCM, CSCMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence tools.

Key Competencies

Supply Chain Analytics
Transportation Management
Freight Cost Analysis
Inventory Optimization
Vendor & Carrier Management
Data Analysis & Reporting
Root Cause Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Process Optimization
Project Management
ERP/WMS/TMS Systems
Forecasting & Planning
Customer Focus
Attention to Detail

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Freight Cost per Unit Shipped
Transportation Cost as a Percentage of Sales
Inventory Accuracy
Carrier On-Time Performance
Freight Claims Rate
Dock-to-Stock Cycle Time
Inventory Turns
Manufacturing Material Availability
Customer Delivery Performance

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility.
Frequent interaction with production, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and distribution operations.
Occasional travel to suppliers, distribution centers, customer locations, or carrier facilities.
May require extended hours during month-end, year-end, or peak production periods.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk throughout manufacturing and warehouse facilities.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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