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Logistics Analyst Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated November 6, 2025
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10282682logistics17.56supply chain analyst9.26supply chain5.47logistics analyst5.42analyst4.91883419959024000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY422102102025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Logistics Analyst duties and responsibilities

The chief responsibility of a Logistics Analyst is to ensure that every link in the supply chain is as cost-effective, productive and efficient as possible. Some important Logistics Analysts job duties include:

  • Gathering and analyzing logistics data to assess each step in the supply chain
  • Keeping tabs on the product flow process from materials acquisition to final delivery
  • Updating databases with logistics data
  • Developing, evaluating and revising logistics policies, procedures and plans
  • Overseeing warehouses to ensure that products are received, stored and shipped safely and efficiently
  • Researching supply chain issues to identify potential problems and preemptively address them
  • Staying up to date on the latest innovations in logistics and what competitors are implementing
  • Addressing routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep products moving

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Example 1

CEXEC, Inc. has an opening for a Project Lead, Senior Logistics Analyst with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Requirements
  • 16+ Years' Experience
  • Integrated Logistics Support OR Integrated Logistics Management OR Integrated Support Planning (hard requirements)
  • Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Materials Shortages (DMSMS) experience
  • Integrated Logistics Support Plan (ILSP) creation experience
  • Successfully provided support to a Federal agency (hard requirement)
  • Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) experience with an understanding of the entire lifecycle for large procurements, including acquisition, implementation, and sustainment.
  • Ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize and execute against multiple priorities.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Advanced knowledge of databases and spreadsheets; excellent data entry skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work and thrive independently.
  • Strong time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to interface with internal stakeholders and customers.
  • Experience with Logistics Inventory Systems (LISs) and Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs)
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Responsibilities
  • Analyzes various phases of day-to-day provisioning, spares, or maintenance/repair activities for one or more programs.
  • Conducts complex inventory, distribution, and network studies, monitor inventory, and analyzes requirements to develop strategies to achieve desired delivery times.
  • Collects, processes, and maintains data for analysis. Develops enterprise and/or program-level supply chain reports and metrics in areas such as transportation costs, parts procurement, and delivery processes for senior managements.
  • Identifies, evaluates, and develops procedures that are cost effective and meet business objectives. Recommends improvements to existing or planned logistics processes.
  • Monitors the external environment and internal trends to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) in the supply chain.
  • Provides detailed analysis of end-to-end performance. Documents, tracks, and reports the flow of materials and equipment between requestor, approver, buyer, vendor, freight forwarder, receiving HUB and receiving site to ensure items are being delivered from the vendor, properly received at the freight forwarder, receipts and invoices match and payments are authorized in a timely manner.
  • Provides analytical support for projects, new business opportunities and proposals.
  • Coordinates logistics activities with internal/external customers
  • Programs point of contact for order status to requestors, and supply-chain related queries to procurement and freight forwarders.
  • Interacts with customers to understand their distribution network.
  • May participate in inter-departmental task forces charged with improving supply chain performance.
  • Develops new and refines existing internal analysis tools.
  • Provides leadership and guidance to lower-level analysts as needed.
  • Knowledge in shipping, receiving, storing, issuing stock control measures and accounting procedures.
  • Establish and maintain stock records and other documents such as inventory, material control, accounting, and supply reports.
  • Review and verify quantities received against bills of contracts, purchase requests and shipping documents.
  • Simplify and standardize the collection and use of maintenance data.
  • Raise the quality and accuracy of performance, cost, and parts data through improved maintenance management.
  • Manage the deployment and redeployment of personnel and equipment.
  • Communicate daily with Contracting Officers and Program Managers with to-do update delivery documentation.

Education & Tools
  • Bachelor's degree
  • MS Project Experience (soft requirement)
  • Advanced MS-Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point

Travel
  • 0-15%

CEXEC offers a full benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision health benefits. In addition, life, short term, and long disability insurance is offered at no cost to the employee. CEXEC offers an annual leave policy as well as 401K retirement plan with a generous company match. CEXEC offers education assistance via an Educational Assistance Program. CEXEC offers a unique team environment where employees and management truly respect and value each other.

CEXEC, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Experience:
  • Microsoft Office: 8 years Location: Remote

Example 2

H.B. Fuller is a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting adhesives and sealants across all industries throughout the world. While our products are virtually invisible, they play a vital role in ensuring the quality of modern life and we are committed to connecting what matters to solve some of the world's biggest adhesion challenges.
H.B. Fuller s Construction Adhesives provides technologically advanced solutions to the commercial, industrial, and residential construction industry. The company s recognized and trusted brands are available through an extensive network of distributors and dealers, as well as home improvement retailers.
The Import/Export Logistics Analyst reports to the Distribution/Logistics Manager and is responsible for managing the day-to-day logistics routing decisions for customers that impact the balance between customer service levels, inventory investment, freight spend.
This position is responsible for the freight bill payment process, coding, and auditing activities of import/export shipment to insure accurate and low-cost freight distribution. Daily responsibilities include managing and assisting in the proper processing of SNI to ensure all orders are shipped and billed in a timely manner, coordinating import and export paperwork generation. The Import/Export Logistics Analyst will be responsible for the management of the Carrier Freight Claims process as well as supporting the Customer Service department on expedited loads, rate es and shipment tracking. This position will be responsible for maintaining Logistics Metric Reporting and providing recommendations to the team for improvements and enhancements in processes.
Primary Responsibilities

  • Works with SAP, Adage and TMS to properly route all orders, including Export.
  • Maintains and optimizes the in transit and order management to plants.
  • Completes, investigates, and manages the freight bill payment processing/coding/auditing and carrier freight claims Processing for all shipments.
  • Develop and recommend process improvements through ad-hoc reporting or other enhancement working SNI reporting and field support.
  • Controls the management of the intercompany transfer load process with carriers for Construction Adhesives.
  • Work with customers and Customer service to coordinate shipping arrangements, in load expedites, rate es, and shipment tracking.
  • Manage the process for the Import/Export activities and complete all export paperwork to include SLI, IMO, and SDS
  • Set Bookings with Freight Forwarders and provide import and export freight es, audit invoices and track and trace shipments.
  • Develop and recommend process improvements through Logistics Metric Reporting.
  • Develop and optimize the production load plans (Menards)
  • Manage and control the Lowes order management and tracking process.
  • Cassport freight bill reconciliation
  • Route and optimize domestic freight routed in SAP/TMS
  • Freight consolidation of domestic orders
  • Act as a backup for other Domestic Logistics Analysts.














Minimum Requirements

  • BS Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management/Logistics
  • 2+ years of Export Supply Chain Management experience
  • DOT/OSHA Import and Export Regulation experience
  • Excel and MS Word experience.
  • Strong analytic and planning skills.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work with and influence others from different functional areas.
  • Strong attention to detail. Decisions directly impact customer satisfaction and sales revenue.
  • Ability to learn logistics / distribution management.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision.








Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with SAP, Adage, TMS, Access, and PowerPoint
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $72,417 - $95,047.
In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.
H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.
H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.

Job Type: $72,417.00 - $95,047.00 per year

Example 3

Logistics Analyst 2
Morton, IL - Onsite
12 months

Job Description
Summary: The main function of a logistics planning analyst is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical planning analyst is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

Job Responsibilities:
- Examine documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications.
- Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
- Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.
- Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.

Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor and materials.
- Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 2-4 years related experience required.

Position s Contributions to Work Group:
- Help Desk: Responsible for customer service interactions with users of internal and external contacts of program. Pulling together basic reports to monitor help of network.

Typical task breakdown:
- Onboard suppliers to RCM Automated Ordering System and ensure all container orders are processed and shipped within standard window.
- Manage supplier relationships including monitoring demand and fulfilling container orders
- Update signed Container Loan Agreements with supply base
- Liaison with transportation to ensure all container orders are passed to the transportation system and booked appropriately
- Process new container requests from supply base and packaging engineers
- Perform other job duties and projects as assigned by Client management

Interaction with team:
- Daily, Largely with internal team and wide Client team and suppliers.

Work environment:
- Office environment. Hybrid work schedule (Subject to Change)

Education & Experience Required:
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2-4 years related customer service experience

Technical Skills
(Required)
- Computer Skills (Microsoft Excel (basic), Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word)

Soft Skills
(Required)
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Good follow-up skills

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Morton, IL 61550: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
  • Logistics: 2 years Location: In person

Example 4

Assignment Focus:

As our Logistics Analyst, you will be responsible for sourcing, coordinating, and scheduling of in-bound and out-bound freight and logistics, both domestic and international. You will also assist our Customer Care and Supply Chain Team as needed in handling orders and coordinating with warehouse personnel, suppliers, and carriers to ensure on time delivery of our product.

Primary Responsibilities:

Evaluate, coordinate and schedule domestic incoming and outgoing shipments via freight and/or rail cars

Process Ocean/Air freight booking with freight forwarder

  • Coordinate and schedule delivery logistics by working closely with drivers, supply chain and customer care in order to achieve on-time deliveries with superior quality products
  • Update and maintain freight rate spreadsheet
  • Analyze all aspects of international and domestic logistics to determine the most cost-effective or efficient means of transporting products that meets budget performance and minimizes transit times
  • Review and distribute all shipping documents, including commercial invoice, BOL, letter of credit, certificate of insurance, certificates of origin and any other required documents
  • Auditing/approving and entering invoices received by carriers into ERP System
  • Other duties and responsibilities as determined by the management team

Requirements

  • 2+ years global shipping and logistics experience
  • Working knowledge of both export & import logistics
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills with an emphasis on Excel and Word
  • Strong customer service, organizational, verbal and written skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Technical or college courses are a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No nights

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Tulsa, OK 74127: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work Location: One location

Example 5

Position:Logistics Analyst

Panama City Beach, FL

Job Status: Full-time

Background: If you are interested in supporting the US Navy in the delivery of state-of-the-art craft in a role that involves meaningful and challenging projects - MSCorp has a great opportunity for you.

MSCorp supports the Navy as a prime contractor for the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) and the PMS 317 Amphibious Warfare group. The NSWC PCD team supports the Landing Craft Division as In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for both the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) and LCAC 100 Class Landing Craft and Ship Interface support.

Position Summary: In this role you will serve as a Logistics Analyst for the US Navy ACVs, with the potential to also support other platforms.



Potential Responsibilities & Duties

· Review and update technical manuals for shipboard systems as result of configuration changes

· Track and report status of configuration items and ILS deliverables

· Assist in drafting materials for Government reviews

· Work with Design Leads to ensure action items and deliverables are being identified, assigned, worked, and resolved in accordance with Contract requirements

· Perform provisioning efforts in preparing logistics support documentation on new and revised systems and equipment installs

· Research drawings and technical manuals for supply support requirements for Engineering Data for Provisioning

· Other duties requested by the shipbuilder

Preferred Qualifications

· Very strong computer skills, particularly MS Word and Excel

· Experience in review and development of US Navy or USCG technical manuals

· Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Must be well-organized and flexible with strong decision-making ability and attention to detail

· Must be able to work with very little oversight

Other

Education: *High school diploma
*Licenses/Certifications:
  • Please provide any.

Travel: Must be willing to travel approximately 10% of the time

Citizenship/Clearance: Must Be aU.S. Citizenship/Active Secret security clearance

Benefits:

Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

Leave: Paid time off, Holidays, Bereavement

Financial: 401K

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to Relocate:
  • Panama City Beach, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work In person

Example 6

Marton Technologies, Inc (A Panum Group, LLC company), is looking for skilled individuals who are looking to be part of a growing company.

The Logistics Analyst II performs a variety of property turn-in duties that require an understanding of the established property plan. Verifying documents, noting, and correcting all discrepancies prior to proceeding with DRMO process. Performing walk-throughs of buildings to identify and schedule the pickup of property items for DRMO turn in. Ensure the required accompanying paperwork is filled out properly with required signatures. Maintain a secure, clean, orderly warehouse environment. Assist property and receiving personnel during DRMO down time.

Essential Functions:

The Logistics Analyst II will support related tasks specified in the PWS according to schedule established by the Program Manager and Government COR. Depending on the department of assignment and may be required to provide these services and additional tasks within the Non-SCA labor category:

Required Skills:

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be able to navigate and have a strong proficiency withDPAS, GCSS Army and Fedlog platforms

Valid driver s license

Pallet assembly, packaging and crating

Ability to obtain OSHA 10 hour completion certificate

Ability to obtain and maintain forklift license

Lifting 50+ lbs. on a daily basis

Strong customer service skills.

Clearance Requirement: Must have an active Secret clearance

$68,660 - $72,924 a year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $72,000.00 per Location: On the road
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What does a 10282682logistics17.56supply chain analyst9.26supply chain5.47logistics analyst5.42analyst4.91883419959024000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY422102102025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Logistics Analyst do?

When performed effectively, 10282682logistics17.56supply chain analyst9.26supply chain5.47logistics analyst5.42analyst4.91883419959024000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY422102102025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Logistics Analyst job duties can positively impact customer satisfaction and profitability. An Analyst constantly monitors your company’s supply chain, identifying areas where product flow may break down and ways that you can improve processes and procedures to get goods to your customers more quickly and affordably. When supply chain issues arise, a Logistics Analyst uses their extensive knowledge and skills to find solutions to minimize disruptions. Some functions that Logistics Analysts monitor include product availability, transportation reliability, inventory control, back orders and fulfillment rates.

10282682logistics17.56supply chain analyst9.26supply chain5.47logistics analyst5.42analyst4.91883419959024000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY422102102025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Logistics Analyst skills and qualifications

To be successful in Logistics Analyst careers, candidates should have specific skills and qualifications, including:

  • In-depth knowledge of distribution and shipping methods
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret data and metrics
  • Problem-solving skills to take quick and decisive action when the supply chain breaks down
  • Effective oral communication skills to collaborate with Warehouse Managers, carriers and suppliers
  • Demonstrated written communication skills to compile reports and write policies and procedures
  • Familiarity with logistics tracking software, spreadsheets, word processors and email
  • Ability to think outside the box when spotting opportunities for improvement
  • Multitasking skills to quickly switch from one task to another when required

10282682logistics17.56supply chain analyst9.26supply chain5.47logistics analyst5.42analyst4.91883419959024000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY422102102025-10-012025-10-312025-09-012025-09-302025-11-05Logistics Analyst experience requirements

How much experience a prospective Logistics Analyst needs to succeed in their role depends on the complexity of your company’s supply chain. Small companies with one manufacturing facility and warehouse may only require candidates to have one to two years of previous work experience in logistics. Others may wish to focus on candidates who have three or more years of experience. If your company needs an analyst to begin working independently as soon as possible, hiring a candidate with more experience may allow you to expedite the training and onboarding processes.

Logistics Analyst education and training requirements

Typically, a candidate will need a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, finance or a closely related field to succeed as a Logistics Analyst. An associate degree may be adequate education for a candidate with many years of experience. Companies with highly complex supply chains may benefit from hiring a candidate with a master’s degree, post-graduate certificate or doctoral degree. Individuals who hold professional certification have usually proven their skills by passing an examination and meeting education or work experience requirements. As a result, they may be higher quality candidates for your open position.

Logistics Analyst salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Logistics Analyst is $55,936 per year. How much an analyst earns varies based on their geographic location, experience, education and certification status.

Logistics Analyst salary expectations

2025-10-0124000.0078972.00166000.00YEARLY
  • Common salary: 78972.00 YEARLY
  • Typical salaries range from 24000.00 - 166000.00 YEARLY
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*Indeed data – 2025-10-01

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Logistics Analyst job description FAQs

What are some certifications to look for in a Logistics Analyst resume?

Some desirable certifications for Logistics Analysts include:

  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from the Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS)
  • Certification in Transportation and Logistics (CLT) from the APICS
  • Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) from the SCPro Council
  • Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) from The International Society of Logistics (SOLE)
  • Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) from the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI)

What qualities make a good Logistics Analyst?

People who work well in fast-paced, high-stress environments may excel in a Logistics Analyst role. Analyzing complex logistics data also requires perception and attention to detail. Individuals who have a passion for finance and logistical science may be more willing to invest the time and effort needed to stay up to date on the latest innovations and trends in supply chain management.

Who does a Logistics Analyst report to?

The specific title of the person a Logistics Analyst reports to depends on a company’s organizational structure. Generally, the Logistics Analyst’s immediate supervisor is the individual ultimately responsible for the logistics operations of your company. This may be the Logistics Manager, Operations Manager or a Vice President assigned to head the logistics or operations department.

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