Logistics Analyst - Junior

** Must be able to work on w-2 with no visa requirements**Location: 100% RemoteDuration: 6-month contract (to start)Pay Rate: $23.55 – $29.69/hourAbout the RoleWe're hiring a Transportation Planning Analyst to play a key role in managing the flow of goods from domestic vendors to distribution centers. This position is critical to ensuring products arrive efficiently and on time in a fast-paced retail supply chain environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and coordinate inbound transportation from vendors to distribution centers and consolidation points using a Transportation Management System (TMS)Source and assign freight to carriers to optimize cost, routing, and transit timesEvaluate routing solutions and recommend the most efficient transportation strategiesOptimize freight movement across multiple modes (Truckload, Intermodal, LTL, and limited parcel)Enhance system-recommended solutions to improve load building and efficiencyIdentify and develop backhaul and continuous move opportunitiesMonitor carrier capacity and performance metrics (on-time delivery, EDI compliance, acceptance rates)Collaborate with carriers, vendors, and internal logistics teams to ensure strong operational performanceMaintain consistent communication with core carriers and internal stakeholdersAnalyze regional financials and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesPartner with merchandising teams to support high-priority and high-volume shipmentsQualificationsExperience in transportation planning, logistics, or supply chain operationsFamiliarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs and financial dataKnowledge of freight modes including Truckload, LTL, Intermodal, and parcelAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentStrong communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsWhy ApplyFully remote opportunityExposure to a dynamic, high-volume retail supply chainOpportunity to impact transportation efficiency and cost optimizationIf you're detail-oriented, analytical, and thrive in logistics-driven environments, this is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at#LI-SG1