Logistics Analyst

Dematic is seeking a Logistics Analyst for its Corporate Office in Grand Rapids, MI. This role focuses on managing global freight invoices, supporting audits, ensuring supplier adherence, and reporting transportation performance metrics. The position works closely with Dematic departments such as AP, Finance, Transportation, Procurement, and Project Management, along with external suppliers and third-party logistics providers. Reporting to the Transportation Category Lead on the North America Procurement team, the analyst reviews, allocates, and presents freight invoices received from carriers in various formats to Accounts Payable. Additionally, the role supports the Transportation Team by collecting global data and reporting meaningful transportation indicators. a hybrid work schedule is available. We offer: Career Development Competitive Compensation and Benefits Pay Transparency Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/ Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $62,250 - $91,300 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills. Tasks and Qualifications: This is What You Will do in This Role: Ensure timely and complete receipt of all transportation-related invoices from Dematics third-party logistics providers submitted in various formats Accurately allocate charges to appropriate project and/or cost centers Work together with Dematic's third-party freight bill, audit, and payment provider to verify invoice accuracy before payment Provide FPA carrier agreements/rate amendments Build and maintain carrier lane rate matrices (rate cards) Establish and cultivate relationships with Dematic material resale suppliers to ensure compliant carrier/mode utilization and consistent documentation preparation accurate P.O./reference information Confront and address non-compliant behavior(s) accurately Maintain and ensure detailed circulation of Dematics routing guide updating to reflect carrier/routing changes as directed by the Category Lead Develop, maintain, and publish meaningful Transportation performance measures through data collection. Support third-party freight pay and audit provider to investigate non-compliant transportation invoices to determine accurate allocation Support data integration and automation where possible Resolve carrier invoicing concerns as identified and pursue corrective actions Collaborate with Dematic Procurement (material Category Leads) to ensure consistent application of desired P.O. incoterms Miscellaneous invoice review, validation, and approval Support the Transportation Team in generating SAP reports as requested by the business What We Are Looking For: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred 2 to 3 years transportation/logistics/supply chain experience Knowledge and strong utilization of Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Microsoft Teams and SAP background Ability to communicate and collaborate with peers and upper management Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions and minimal direction Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize with strong time-management skills reliability Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Must consistently demonstrate a dedication to excellence, integrity, and ability to collaborate across virtually every functional area Effective communication in English (verbal and written) Must demonstrate the highest level of responsiveness to internal and external partners #LI-JR1 KION brands keep the world moving globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. 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