Sr Logistics Analyst

Sr Logistics Analyst

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Onsite - Kohler Wisconsin US

Opportunity

TheSenior Analyst International Transportation (Export Operations) is responsiblefor managing, analyzing and optimizing global export transportation activitiesacross ocean, air, rail, truck and parcel modes. The roles serve as a subject matter expertin the export operations, carrier performance, compliance and cost controlwhile providing data-driven insights to improve service, reduce risk andsupport strategic transportation initiatives. The position works crossfunctionally with internal stakeholders, customers, carriers, forwarders, third party logistics partners, customs brokers and suppliers to ensure efficient,compliant and cost-effective movement of goods from origin to internationaldestinations.

•  Manage the day-to-day export transportation activities, ensuring timely, compliant and cost-effective movement of export shipments.
• Analyze carrier, forwarder and dray provider performance across service, cost and reliability metrics.
• Participate in carrier reviews, performance scorecards and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  
• Manage daily exceptions and resolve service and capacity interruptions with help from the carriers and our warehouse, procurement, trade compliance and customer service teams.
  
  
• Ensure export shipment complies with international trade and HazMat regulations, export controls, incoterms and internal policies.
  
  
• Support documentation accuracy, including commercial invoices, Bols, etc.
  
  
• Identify and mitigate operational, compliance and financial risks within the export network.
  
  
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards and analytical tools to improve export visibility and decision making.
  
  
• Perform root cause analysis on service failure, cost overruns and recurring operation issues.
  
  
• Lead or support process improvement initiatives to streamline export workflows and enhance scalability.
  
  
• Provide guidance to team coordinators.
  
  
• Support strategic projects such as 4PL enhancements, system implementations and network optimization initiatives.
  
  
• Assist Corporate Purchasing, in the negotiation of ocean freight rates, international airfreight rates, international freight forwarder & customhouse brokers’ fees, and inland freight rates with carriers and carrier rate-making conferences. Calculate freight quotations as requested.
  
  
• Support the auditing and payment of freight bills and invoices; Work with coordinators, accounts payable, and 3rd Party FA&P provider to improve freight bill pay efficiencies.
  
  
• Participating as a transportation lead in key international projects including direct import, network design changes, freight bids, new plant/supplier start-ups, and network changes.

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management
• 3-5 Years of practical experience in international transportation
• APICS CPIM/CSCP or similar.
  
• Strong Analytic skills
  
• Haz Mat certification is preferred.
  SAP: Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Knowledge of import/export compliance and other governmental trade regulations is desirable.

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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

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.  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 

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