Logistics Analyst

Logistics Analyst

About Us

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment and is a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of lithium-ion battery standby generator energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care, and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton, Vanguard, Ferris, Simplicity, Snapper, Billy Goat, Allmand, SimpliPhi, Branco, and Victa brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed, and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Job Description

As a Logistics Analyst, your goal is to execute logistics plans for the delivery and distribution of finished products and ensure product arrives complete on time and in a cost-effective manner. You will maintain appropriate records, prepare reports, and coordinate logistics activities with internal and external customers. You will do this by:

• Providing frontline support for daily logistics operations, resolving issues, and ensuring on-time delivery of products.
• Participating in developing and implementing logistics plans affecting the delivery and distribution of finished products.
• Identifying and analyzing root causes of issues and working with logistics partners to develop solutions and performance improvement measures.
• Cultivating relationships with other departments to understand their customers' needs and propose ideas to exceed expectations.
• Documenting and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed.
• Maintaining department shipment data and records, running monthly reports, and identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure performance and cost requirements are executed.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field OR equivalent education and experience.
• Three or more years of experience in logistics, transportation, or a supply chain-related field.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in the area of responsibility and/or location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Comprehensive experience with the Microsoft Office suite of products, Google Applications, and other software associated with assigned work.
• Well-developed knowledge of ERP systems like SAP.
• Ability to meet deadlines and organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, detail-oriented.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to interact with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Location

• Wauwatosa, WI (hybrid eligible)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.