Sr International Logistics Analyst (Minneapolis)

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00

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About us:

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As a Sr International Logistics Analyst, you are responsible for partnering closely with the operations business teams to source transportation and 3PL capacity solutions which deliver against business requirements for capacity, speed, and cost.  Responsibilities include leading carrier identification due diligence, rate negotiation, contracting, and performance management by leveraging industry experience to efficiently match internal requirements with external capacity.  This position is responsible for supporting the procurement process, developing/negotiating/monitoring supplier agreements, maintaining supplier relationships, implementing & enforcing processes & procedures, supporting operations and integrating knowledge across modes for assigned transportation spend.  The analyst is responsible for new carrier contracts and set up, bid documentation & bid analysis, bid scenario creation, carrier performance analysis, and analytical updates to support strategic decisions. This role will influence sourcing strategy, create project plans for bid events, and mange performance to help Target achieve transportation goals that serve our Guests.

Responsibilities .

• Working closely with transportation client teams to determine capacity needs and bid requirements
• Planning and execution of sourcing strategy across multiple events; ensuring accurate and timely pricing
• Creating, reviewing, completing and maintaining Carrier and Shipper Agreements
• Collaborating with legal department regarding contracts and other legal matters
• Monitoring and reviewing carrier performance vs expectations with operational teams; supporting carrier performance management
• Developing and executing analysis and reports pertaining to historical/current transportation network plans and data
• Owning provider relationships through strategic sponsorship
• Evaluating and screening potential new carriers for logistics services
• Acting as an internal logistics consultant to support client teams
• Point of escalation for operations involving addition of new business or removal of carrier business due to performance or costing issues
• Sources and secures capacity for one-off volume spikes and ad-hoc requests
• Scheduling may require flexibility when working with overseas partners

Requirements

• 4-year degree or equivalent experience
• 2 years relevant experience within supply chain sourcing/procurement, logistics, transportation industry
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Logistic sourcing experience
• International transportation experience
• Ability to effectively communicate data insights to others
• Self-motivated, curiou, and demonstrates initiative; demonstrates ability to work independently
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to sort through ambiguity and work in undefined projects
• Potential for up to 10% travel
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word
• Ability to source and analyze complex data sets

Desired Requirements

• Working knowledge of Excel (V-Look Up; Pivot Tables)
• Proven expertise in pricing logistics solutions
• Negotiations experience

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota. 

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