Supply Chain & Logistics Analyst

Logistics Planning & Cost Specialist - Direct Hire in Richfield OH. Pay rate starting at $24/hr.

We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Logistics Planning & Cost Control Specialist to support logistics financial planning, budgeting, cost management, and operational analysis.

This position will focus on controlling logistics expenses, analyzing budget performance, managing import-related costs, and identifying opportunities to improve overall supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong combination of logistics operations knowledge and financial/cost analysis experience and is comfortable working cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and third-party logistics providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual and quarterly logistics cost plans and budget allocations.
• Perform actual-versus-budget variance analysis and identify major cost drivers.
• Forecast logistics expenses based on shipment volumes, freight rates, and business needs.
• Review and audit logistics-related expenses, invoices, and billing for accuracy.
• Monitor import-related expenses, including customs clearance fees, duties, demurrage, detention, and handling charges.
• Track and report logistics KPIs, including cost per unit, freight spend, and warehouse efficiency savings.
• Review 3PL vendor pricing, rate cards, and contract terms to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with procurement and other internal teams during contract negotiations.
• Develop dashboards and reports that provide visibility into logistics costs and financial performance.
• Identify inefficiencies and support cross-functional cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in logistics planning, cost control, supply chain finance, or general logistics operations.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial analysis, and cost accounting.
• Understanding of import/export costs, customs processes, and Incoterms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, particularly FI/CO, SD, or MM modules.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools.
• Experience working with global freight forwarders or third-party logistics providers.
• Experience within a multinational corporate environment.
• CSCP, CLP, or other relevant supply chain or financial certification is a plus.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour

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