How do they match: Logistics Analysts

Communicate with or monitor service providers, such as ocean carriers, air freight forwarders, global consolidators, customs brokers, or trucking companies.
Analyze logistics data, using methods such as data mining, data modeling, or cost or benefit analysis.
Develop or maintain freight rate databases for use by supply chain departments to determine the most economical modes of transportation.
Develop or maintain payment systems to ensure accuracy of vendor payments.
Enter carbon-output or environmental-impact data into spreadsheets or environmental management or auditing software programs.
Enter logistics-related data into databases.
Interpret data on logistics elements, such as availability, maintainability, reliability, supply chain management, strategic sourcing or distribution, supplier management, or transportation.
Maintain databases of logistics information.
Manage systems to ensure that pricing structures adequately reflect logistics costing.
Remotely monitor the flow of vehicles or inventory, using Web-based logistics information systems to track vehicles or containers.
Route or reroute drivers in real time with remote route navigation software, satellite linkup systems, or global positioning systems (GPS) to improve operational efficiencies.

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