• Supply Chain Analyst

    US Tech Solutions (St. Louis, MO)


    Shift: 1

     

    + The Supply Chain Optimization (SCO) Analyst will primarily support the day-to-day execution of Transportation Planning and Transportation Management System Support to ensure shipments move via Client Cross Dock Program and are delivered to final destination on time. Key activities of this position include, Stakeholder engagement, Data analytics of shipments in transit and Proactive identification and resolution of issues to achieve expected transit time. In addition, SCO Analyst will be required to assist with customer support function, to address any issues users encounter on the TMS platform (Oracle Transportation Management), or any other tasks assigned by the leadership team.

    + This role will work closely with all business partners to resolve issues and escalate issues to the leadership in timely manner.

    + Root cause analysis and issuance of corrective actions is necessary to continuously improve the load planning process. SCO Analyst must develop good understanding of Client Logistics programs, Supply Chain Optimization (SCO) systems and processes. He/she must possess strong communication, analytical, and project management skills.

    Principal Functional Responsibilities

    + Plan shipments through assigned Cross Dock

    + Review shipment status and take actions to ensure on time delivery

    + Engage Cross Dock personnel to address issues relating to shipments or loads

    + Reach out to our supply chain partners to identify the root cause and take corrective action.

    + Assist with expedite or diversion requests

    + Assist with maintenance and update of documentation required for cross dock planning

    + Escalate issues internally and externally when needed to resolve issues

    + Maintain KPI metrics for load planning for assigned cross -docks and report on activities and metrics

    + Support SCO Support and SCO (OTM) Issue Resolution as needed

    + Other Analytics and Reporting tasks as needed

    Education:

    + Strong computer and analytical skills. Microsoft Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

    + BS Degree in Business or related field with at least 1-year professional experience is desirable

    Experience I Skills:

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (English – both verbal and written)

    + Supply chain; logistics; or transportation industry experience is highly desirable

    + Strong computer and analytical skills. Microsoft Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

    + Understands basic concepts of supply chain

    + Comfortable interacting with staff across globally diverse businesses and multiple functional areas

    + Strong problem solving skills

    + Familiar with Transportation Management System (TMS) is a plus

    About US Tech Solutions:

    US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com

     

    US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.