Transportation Analyst
Company: Rise Baking Company
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
Rise Baking Company was founded by bakery experts passionate
about providing our customers with high quality products and
providing a positive, collaborative place to work for our people.
We are a company built on elevating expectations. It's what sets us
apart from others in the baking industry. And our people are our
finest ingredient. We believe the quality of our people is just as
important as the quality of our products. Our environment
encourages creativity, and we value an entrepreneurial and
industrious approach to work -a place where honesty, respect, and
trust are the essential ingredients for how we do business. We take
pride in working with creative individuals with a passion for what
they do, and we're always looking to expand our team. We offer a
wide variety of professional and management opportunities,
including sales, product development, account management, general
management, finance, engineering, administration, and information
systems management. We also employ a diverse workforce of hourly
food production, packaging, quality assurance, warehouse,
sanitation personnel, leads, and supervisors. Like our products,
our benefits package offers quality that makes a difference.
Coverage options may include:
- Medical, dental, life, disability, vision, and supplemental
insurance
- Company paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
- Performance bonus potential
- 401k plan with company match Expectations Deliciously Exceeded.
Job PurposeAlign with supply chain logistics solutions relating to
the company's financial, order fulfillment, customer requirement,
and sales strategies. Execute strategies using a transportation
management system (TMS), processes, and procedures to ensure the
lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer
service and KPI adherence.Essential Functions
- Serve as a liaison with transportation partners, promoting
healthy and effective supplier relationships
- Plan, execute, coordinate, and track all shipments for assigned
regions in the company's transportation management system (TMS)
focusing on low cost and high service
- Research freight deliveries and report exceptions using
accurate reason codes
- Address reported claims related to damaged goods by carriers
and ensure company interests are represented when resolving
claims
- Ensure all company and customer KPIs are met or exceeded;
report on progress and develop action plans for improvement
- Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues;
develop action plans for improvement and provide follow-up
- Assist in the enhancement of current processes and procedures
with a strong focus on best practice and continuous
improvement
- Ensure carriers comply with all DOT carrier regulations
- Serve as backup for other Transportation Analysts and
Transportation Coordinators
- Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of
manufactured products
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications
(Education/Experience)
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, operations,
business or relevant field preferred
- 3+ years of supply chain logistics and transportation
experience working in a transportation management system (TMS)
- Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as seek
proactive solutions
- Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit able to work well
under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain
high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work effectively within an organization and
collaborate with internal and external partners to determine
requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of
product
- Professional demeanor with strong written, verbal, and
interpersonal communication skills
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including
overtime and weekends, as needed Expectations (Exhibit and Promote
Company's Core Values)
- People: We engage, empower, and appreciate our people- they are
our finest ingredient
- Safety: We invest in systems, policies, and training that
ensure safety
- Customer Partnerships: We make decisions with the customer
experience in mind and ensure win/win outcomes
- Collaboration: We leverage each other's unique experiences to
drive the best outcomes for our expanding company
- Communication: We inform and listen to our team members,
customers, suppliers, and investors
- Results: We prioritize activities that drive profitable growth,
and we celebrate our achievements
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Keywords: Rise Baking Company, Plymouth , Transportation Analyst, Professions , Minneapolis, Minnesota
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