- As a Logistics Analyst your goal is to execute logistics plans for the delivery and distribution of finished products and ensure product arrives complete, on time, and in a cost effective manner. You'll maintain appropriate records, prepare reports, and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers.
You will do this by: Providing frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolving issues and ensuring on time delivery of products Participating in developing and implementing logistics plans affecting the delivery and distribution of finished products Identifying and analyzing root causes of issues and working with logistics partners to develop solutions and performance improvement measures Cultivating relationships with other departments to understand their customers needs and propose ideas to exceed expectations Documenting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed Maintaining department shipment data and records, runs monthly report, identifies trends and opportunities for cost savings Coordinating with suppliers to ensure performance and cost requirements are executed The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. You are the kind of person who is/has: Driven & Ambitious Detail Oriented & Analytical Team Oriented - Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field OR equivalent education and experience
At least one, with three or more preferred, years experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain related field
Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location
Preferred Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Additional Knowledge & Skills: Comprehensive experience with Microsoft office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work
Well-developed knowledge of ERP systems like SAP
Well-developed ability to meet deadlines and organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, detail oriented
Solid knowledge of the principles of transportation logistics
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate and interact with diverse groups of people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Travel Required: % of Travel: minimal, as needed
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Location: Wauwatosa, WI (hybrid eligible)
Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents. Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.
