Logistics Analyst
Hybrid 3 days in office | Smyrna, GA
Blue Harlan is the recruitment partner to a high product count distribution company headquartered in Smyrna, GA seeking a detail-oriented and data-driven Logistics Analyst . This role plays a key part in optimizing delivery routes, improving fleet efficiency, and supporting cost-effective transportation strategies. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, systems expertise, and a collaborative mindset to help drive continuous improvement across logistics operations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Analyze delivery routes, transportation costs, and customer locations to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Evaluate alternative routing strategies to enhance service levels and reduce mileage and cost per delivery
- Support long-term capacity planning by assessing fleet utilization, delivery volumes, and cost alignment
- Collaborate with Finance to model scenarios and assess financial impact of routing or network changes
- Maintain and update transportation data in systems such as Omnitracs, Roadnet, and Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)
- Build and manage advanced Excel models and dashboards to track KPIs and performance metrics
- Partner cross-functionally with Warehouse, Sales, Dispatch, and Customer Service to align logistics strategies and initiatives
- Present data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership to support business decisions
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related field2–4 years of experience in logistics, transportation analysis, or supply chain operationsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query, etc.)Experience with TMS platforms such as Omnitracs, Roadnet, or Oracle Transportation ManagementProven ability to interpret complex data sets and develop actionable insightsExcellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skillsThis is a full-time role with a great transportation and logistics team based at the company’s Smyrna, GA headquarters. The organization offers a professional, team-oriented environment where analytical thinking, innovation, and operational excellence are valued.