Transportation Analyst

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #165339 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
In a constantly evolving retail environment, it is an exciting time to be a part of the Customer Service & Logistics team at Colgate. In this role, you will act as a key member of our Logistics team.
As the Transportation Analyst, you will be responsible for carrier metrics, analyzing freight cost data, crafting cost estimates and balancing the freight general ledger. You'll work closely with our Third Party Logistics carrier partner, our distribution partner and our finance department. You'll contribute in month end closing and budget preparation. You'll also ensure that we have adequate accruals to cover all freight expenses based on carrier statements.
**Carrier Metrics**:
Support Customer Service & Inventory Management with resolution of carrier issues related to all performance criteria.
Supervise underperforming carriers based on monthly critical metrics with a focus on Absolute On Time.
Participate in all carrier meetings relating to performance and business development.
**Audit and Control**:
Control/reconcile entries into General ledger via electronic & manual flows between SAP/AP, Vendors and Cass freight audit company
Maintain carrier rate agreements
Reconcile customer backhaul deduction
Ensure freight accruals are adequate vs monthly carrier statement review
Investigate suspended carrier invoices for payment approval or rejection
Process weekly freight paid file for Finance to pay carriers
Manually process invoices and adjustments when required via Express payable
Use SAP and Domo reporting to support monthly freight cost analysis and Budget preparation
Prepare monthly journal entries
**Others**:
Liaise with carriers to resolve issues relating to service or costs
Support RFP efforts as required
Participate in achieving Cost Savings initiatives
Participate in Special Projects and Task forces as required.
Liaise/coordinate logistics claim activity between Warehouse Claims Analyst
Lead and resolve customer Casefill/Late delivery as well as penalty/fines claims and monthly summary
Required qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
At least 1 year of experience in logistics operations
Strong analytical skills and proficient in SAP, Google Suite (in particular Google Sheets)
Preferred qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain, Transportation or related field.
Proven strong financial and business acumen.
Effective communication skills.
Proven track record of being a great teammate while also excelling in independent work.
Dedication to continuous improvement and innovation.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people — ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve —and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
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