Transportation Analyst

Danfoss is seeking a highly analytical Specialist to join our team supporting our internal and external customers with transportation operations. This position reports to the Transportation Manager for the North American region of Danfoss supporting three business segments in more than twenty-seven locations in the US and Canada. This position provides an opportunity to work with an established team to enhance the current network, specifically supporting ourDrives segment

The ideal candidate would be onsite at our facility in Loves Park, Illinos, but we would also consider an employee within commutable distance to our faciltiy in Baltimore, MD.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Manage international freight from origin to destination
* Create and manage operational reports
* Liaison for internal customer support
* Cost analysis
* Route outbound domestic freight
* Ensure routing guides and incoterms are being used appropriately
* Obtain ad hoc quotes and manage hot shot requests
* Meet weekly with factory management to discuss issues and status of containers
* Manage KPI reporting
* Research freight bill issues and work with carriers to rectify
* Maintain SOP's for all department processes
* Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders
* Provide POD's and other forms of documentation upon request
* Proactively research and report on trends and industry changes
* Perform other tasks as assigned by the Transportation Manager
* Develop strong relationships with service providers

The ideal candidate possesses these skills:

* Minimum 5 years of transportation-specific experience preferably within a transportation department that purchases carrier services
* International transportation experience, working for a company purchasing carrier services required

* Knowledge and experience working with all modes of transportation (TL, Air, Ocean, Parcel, LTL, Rail)
* Superb customer service skills
* Proficient in Microsoft products
* Strong sense of urgency with the ability to navigate issues and find resolutions
* Out-of-the-box thinker
* Effective problem-solving skills
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize accordingly
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
* TMS/SAP/ERP experience strongly preferred
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Keen attention to detail and results-driven
* Bachelor's degree preferred

* Superior analytical skills preferred

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. The range for this position is $65,000 - $85,000.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Personal Insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State-of-the-art virtual work environment

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.