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Dorman Sr. Logistics Analyst in Colmar, Pennsylvania
Sr. Logistics Analyst
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Date: Oct 30, 2024
Location: Colmar, PA, US, 18915
Company: Dorman Products
Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 28 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, we had revenues surpassing $1.93 billion in 2023.
Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.
Job Summary
Dorman Products is seeking a Sr. Logistics Analyst to join our team in our corporate headquarters in suburban Philadelphia (Colmar, PA). This position is responsible for managing transportation needs and enhancing transportation strategies that support company distribution centers, Sales, Customer Service and Customer requirements. This will be achieved by service management as well as identifying, initiating and leading improvements to support business initiatives, cross-functional department objectives and elevating the Dorman Customer experience.
This role is onsite two days per week with the opportunity to work remotely three days per week.
Primary Duties
Develop, maintain, and improve Logistics dashboards, scorecards, and reporting
Manage reporting database in support of business operations
Analyze reports, identifying patterns and trends, using Excel
Perform data management through a combination of data mining, data modeling, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, process mapping, and/or problem analysis
Perform modeling, what-if analysis, and utilize other conceptual tools to improve forecast confidence
Review analysis on business needs, inventory movement, transit times, mode optimization, freight cost, invoice audit results and recommend improvement opportunities
Collaborate and work with DC Operations Team to resolve logistics issues, ensure flow of product to customer, and develop improvement strategies
Driver in change management within the Logistics Team to continually introduce efficiency and value add to activities
Lead and/or participate in department or cross functional projects and initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Ability to analyze and simplify complexity of data management
High level of independence and hands on pro-active approach to solution generation
Possess forward thinking, strong analytical capability, excellent problem solving, the ability to manage change, solid execution and a commitment to help the company meet financial objectives and exceed Customer expectations
Excellent time management and multitasking skills are key to successful job performance
Desire/drive to lead initiatives independently or cross functionally to meet changing requirements
Recognized as an expert in the Logistics area with a proven track record for driving change / improvements with tangible results
Ability to analyze large amounts of raw data and summarize into clear, accurate, meaningful, value-added reports and analysis that provide guidance for improvement
Maintain and develop positive business relationships with internal and external Customers
Current or future capability to mentor and mange others to higher levels of personal performance
High proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Power BI
Skills in SAP, TMS systems, and Power Automate a plus
Education / Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics, Business, or a related field
Minimum of seven years of experience within Transportation / Logistics
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Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com
