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.
  • Develop or maintain freight rate databases for use by supply chain departments to determine the most economical modes of transportation.
  • Interpret data on logistics elements, such as availability, maintainability, reliability, supply chain management, strategic sourcing or distribution, supplier management, or transportation.
  • Review procedures, such as distribution or inventory management, to ensure maximum efficiency or minimum cost.

  • Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.