About Optimas:Optimas is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse customers around the world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every community we serve. This allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve, leveragingour footprint to remain at your side while providing a highly personalized level of service and support no matter where you find yourself around the globe.This role will be providingstrategicsupport to the entire organization. The Transportation Analystwill be responsible forimplementing strategies andworkflows surrounding successful execution of freight, includingexpedited orders while providing world-class customer service. Requests could come from internal or external customers and will requirea process ofaccurate, quickand clear communication.Responsibilities:As a Transportation Analyst, you may be responsible forthe following activities in accordance withyour role:
Execute cross-border shipments from US to Mexico, international freight to the Americas
Utilize and maintain TMS (Transportation Management Software)
Measure and evaluate carrier effectiveness
Ensure efficient and on time movements throughout the transportation network
Preparereports on routingand financial metrics
Update and maintain KPI’s
Improve freight cost recovery of expedited freight
Support global and local transportation initiatives
Provide day-to-day support of internal and external customers regardingtransportation
Other duties as assigned
Key Competencies:The ideal candidate must have the following competencies:
Detail oriented, organized, and objective
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Fluency in English
Proficient at analyzing data and making decisions
Excellent written/verbal communication skills: demonstrategood communicationskillswithinternal and external stakeholders.
Stakeholder Management: establishand maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Independent and organized work style effectivelymanage time and prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks without close supervision, and consistently meet deadlines.
Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 3years Logistics/Supply Chain/Transportation or similar role experience.
Competency with Excel andother Office applications
Detailed and Process oriented
May require occasional after hours and weekend work.
Compensation:At Optimas we believe in having a competitive compensation scheme to motivate and retainour employees. More information will be given throughout the process.Optimas OE Solutions providesequal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disabilityor genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies withapplicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensationand training.
About Optimas Solutions
Optimas is a global manufacturer/distributor and service provider of fastening and supply chain solutions for manufactures seeking to improve their efficiency and profitability.
