Transportation Analyst

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Transportation Analyst

Posting Start Date: 10/6/26

Job Posting Location:

Franklin Park, Illinois, United States, 60131

Req ID: 12074

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Sloan is proud to share that we are certified as a Great Place to Work.

At Sloan Valve Company, our culture is built on more than a century of innovation, responsibility, and purpose. Founded in 1906, Sloan helped shape the modern plumbing industry and continues to lead in water-efficient solutions. Guided by our values-family spirit, community, integrity, and innovation-we foster a culture of trust, accountability, and pride. As a fourth-generation family-owned company, our employees are driven by meaningful work that advances sustainability and supports the communities we serve.

About the role:

Sloans Transportation Analyst is responsible for supporting transportation planning, operational activities, carrier management, and compliance activities to ensure timely and cost-effective movement of goods. In this role you will also analyze transportation operations, freight spend, carrier performance, and logistics data to identify opportunities for cost savings, service improvements, and operational efficiency

What you will do:

• Manage the transportation claims process. Investigate and collect required paperwork to initiate claims.
• Evaluate and resolve ad-hoc domestic and international transportation issues.
• Analyze transportation data, freight costs, and shipment trends to identify cost-saving opportunities, operational inefficiencies, and transportation strategy improvements.
• Manage daily spot quoting and load tendering processes to meet company standards.
• Analyze carrier performance trends and develop recommendations to improve service, capacity utilization, and overall carrier effectiveness.
• Analyze freight audit and payment activity to identify recurring discrepancies, cost trends, process deficiencies, and opportunities to improve freight payment accuracy and controls.
• Support carrier sourcing events, contract negotiations, and bid analysis.
• Analyze shipment and delivery trends to identify recurring service issues, delays, and opportunities for improved transportation performance.
• Coordinate ad-hoc pickups, returns, and 3rd Party shipments as required.
• Classify and assign HTS codes to new products.
• Create Export customer certificates / documents as required,
• Work with freight forwarders and customs brokers to clear international import shipments.

What you will need:

• 4+ Years Transportation or Logistics Experience
• Demonstrates clear, professional, and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions, consistent with an inclusive work environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient level experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to work well in a fast-faced environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of transportation terms and regulations.

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Why you'll love working here:

Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan

At Sloan, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees' professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Innovative Projects: Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and make a real difference in the world.

Compensation:

The compensation range for this U.S.-based position is $62,000 - $69,000 annually.

Our compensation range reflects our good faith estimate of what an ideal candidate can expect, but final agreed-upon compensation will always be based on the individual candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related or market factors that may prove relevant during the hiring process.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision Insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): With company contributions for most medical plan options.
• Financial Security: Basic Life, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Accident Insurance.
• Additional Protection: Optional Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenient Commuter Benefits: Save on your daily commute.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Dependent Care FSA to help manage your expenses.
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Plan and Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous Time Off: Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves where required.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid Work Program to support your flexibility.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring great talent.
• Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you grow your skills.
• Community and Networking: Join our Employee Business Groups and connect with colleagues.

We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs

We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, and we are proud to be the organization's official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship, which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park, the Cubs' Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world.

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For additional company information, please visit our website at www.sloan.com.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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