Logistics Analyst (Hybrid)
RectorSeal
Houston, TX
RectorSeal is looking for a Logistics Analyst to join our Houston, TX team. As a critical part of our growing team, the Logistics Analyst will be an essential position in overseeing all aspects of inbound and outbound North America freight. A Logistics Analyst gathers and analyzes data to assess and optimize each step in the product flow process, ,such as carrier performance and rates, on-time delivery, and payment process. In this role, the Logistics Analyst also identifies and solves problems that might affect customer satisfaction and profitability, delivery delays, split shipments and packaging issues. his role will be a hybrid position requiring an office presence 1-3 times per work week at our Spenwick facility.
RectorSeal manufactures and/or distributes a variety of chemical and mechanical products for the HVAC, electrical, and plumbing industries. For over 80 years, RectorSeal’s customers have depended on us for quality products with excellent value, shipped to them in a timely manner. This passion for excellent customer service is the reason RectorSeal has been growing at a very fast pace.
What we offer:
RectorSeal is a CSW Industrials company (NASDAQ: CSWI). Compensation Package: Salary, Annual Bonus Targets, 401K with contribution matching, ESOP, Health, Vision, Dental, PTO
What you will do:
- Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects
- Develop requirements and standards (e.g. packaging, procurement, delivery)
- Discover the most cost-effective shipping modes and schedules
- Help foster trusting relationships with freight vendors and team members
- Evaluate vendor operations (e.g. freight forwarders) according to quality and cost standards
- Collaborate with IT professionals to implement effective systems with an emphasis on enhancing electronic data exchange with logistics providers
- Develop, evaluate and revise logistics policies, procedures and plans. Recommend improvements to existing or planned logistics processes.
- Stay up to date on the latest innovations in logistics and what competitors are implementing
- Address routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep products moving
- Negotiate with carriers for rates or schedules
- Apply analytic methods or tools to understand, predict, or control logistics operations or processes.
- Develop and Analyze logistics data, using methods such as data mining, data modeling, or cost or benefit analysis for various logistics performance measures (KPI’s)
- Develop or maintain payment systems to ensure accuracy of vendor payment and freight claims,
- Provide ongoing analyses in areas such as transportation costs, parts procurement, back orders, or delivery processes
- Manage systems to ensure that pricing structures adequately reflect logistics costing. Keep management aware of changes in freight costs
- Develop or maintain models for logistics uses, such as cost estimating or demand forecasting
- Confer with ship coordinators and DC managers to determine ways to optimize service levels, maintain supply-chain efficiency, or minimize cost
- Route or reroute drivers as needed and provide resolution on complicated freight issues
Proficiency in computer databases, statistic applications and logistics programs
We’d love to have a candidate with:
- 5 years of experience in the logistics industry or related industry
- Experience in data mining, analysis and reporting
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, relational databases and ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP)
- Familiarity with supply chain processes (e.g., inventory planning, warehouse management)
- Strong analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
Education Requirement:
- Bachelor’s or associate degree in related field
About RectorSeal
RectorSeal, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of CSW Industrials, Inc. [NASDAQ: CSWI], is a leading provider of quality solutions for the professional trades serving heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC/R), plumbing, electrical, and construction markets. For more information about RectorSeal’s innovative products and brands that increase efficiency and improve reliability, please visit www.RectorSeal.com.
RectorSeal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.