Job opening
Jr Logistics Analyst
Filed under Food and Beverage Services
Full job description
Restaurant Depot is the nation’s leading members-only, wholesale cash-and-carry supplier serving independent restaurants, caterers, delis, convenience stores, and other food service businesses across 165+ locations in 35 states. Our facilities handle high-volume distribution of food, beverage, & equipment products to support the operational needs of small businesses. We are committed to efficiency, accuracy, & safety across all warehouse & logistics operations. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented Jr Logistics Analyst to support transportation performance, data analysis, & logistics optimization across our network.
Position Summary
The Jr Logistics Analyst is responsible for supporting logistics operations through data analysis, reporting, & process improvement initiatives. This role works closely with transportation, warehouse, & corporate teams to analyze shipping activity, monitor performance metrics, identify inefficiencies, & support solutions that improve delivery performance, reduce costs, & enhance overall supply chain efficiency
.The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, & highly organized with a strong interest in logistics, transportation, & supply chain operations. This individual should be comfortable working with data, identifying trends, & collaborating cross-functionally to support operational improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics Operations & Support
- Support daily logistics operations, including transportation scheduling, routing, & shipment tracking
- Assist in coordinating inbound & outbound shipments to ensure timely & accurate deliveries
- Monitor transportation activity & address operational issues or delays
- Support communication with carriers, distribution centers, & internal teams regarding shipment status
- Assist in maintaining accurate logistics records, documentation, & system updates
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze transportation & logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, & cost-saving opportunities
- Prepare & maintain reports related to freight costs, delivery performance, & service levels
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, transit times, & freight spend
- Assist in developing dashboards & reports to support operational decision-making
- Identify discrepancies in logistics data & support reconciliation efforts
Carrier & Vendor Coordination
- Assist in coordinating with carriers, freight providers, & third-party logistics partners
- Support carrier performance tracking & evaluation
- Help resolve delivery issues, service failures, & freight discrepancies
- Maintain accurate records of carrier rates, contracts, & service performance
- Support communication between internal teams & external logistics partners
Process Improvement & Optimization
- Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes, reduce costs, & increase efficiency
- Support route optimization, load planning, & transportation strategies
- Assist in evaluating current logistics processes & recommending improvements
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across logistics & supply chain operations
- Support implementation of standard operating procedures & best practices
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with warehouse, inventory, purchasing, & operations teams to ensure alignment across the supply chain
- Support coordination between distribution centers & transportation teams
- Communicate logistics performance, issues, & opportunities to stakeh holders
- Assist with resolving cross-functional operational challenges related to transportation & delivery
- Provide support for ad hoc logistics projects & initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field pr
- eferred0–2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or a related field
- Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic data analysis
- Experience working with logistics, transportation, or ERP systems is a plus
- Strong organizational & communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or hands-on experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation
- Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS) or warehouse management systems (WMS)
- Experience analyzing operational data & performance metrics
- Exposure to distribution, wholesale, or high-volume environments
- Experience supporting process improvement initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Hybrid work model: ability to work from home once a week after a 90 day training period
- Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) in accordance with company
- Six (6) Paid Company Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program, subject to eligibility & plan guidelines
- Additional voluntary supplemental benefits, which may include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, & other optional benefits
- Competitive & comprehensive benefits package designed to support you & your family