Transportation Analyst

Job Title

Transportation Analyst

JR Transportation Analyst (Open)

Bridgewater, NJ

Additional Locations:
Hazelwood, MO

Keenova Transportation & Distribution oversees an expansive network of logistics activity originating at both internal and external facilities. The department charter is to ensure the efficient and compliant movement of goods ensuring our complex life‑saving therapies are delivered with utmost quality and without delay. Our product portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas and geographies that necessitate unique solutions serviced by reliable, qualified, and contracted logistics service providers (LSPs).

The Transportation Analyst will focus on domestic and international transportation operations, carrier/LSP performance management, and good distribution practices (GDPs). The scope of the role encompasses end‑to‑end transportation (inbound, outbound, customer freight, intercompany, etc.) Define and implement innovative, lean, and technology‑enabled solutions. In a collaborative and cross‑functional manner, drive year‑on‑year cost containment and service improvement projects and initiatives.

• Process lead for lean transportation execution
• Primary interface to internal/external shipping sites for transportation‑related support, issues and projects
• Develop strong, trustworthy, and transparent working relationships with logistics service providers
• Develop and monitor carrier performance and process‑level metrics (on‑time delivery, missed pick‑ups, etc.)
• Establish and manage relationships with shipping sites and personnel. Provide training, guidance, and support colleagues on standardized transportation processes
• Maintain routing guides and measure compliance
• Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory bodies including but not limited to DOT, IATA, IMDG, ICAO
• Ensure temperature‑controlled logistics network is operating at 100% compliance
• Maintain working knowledge life sciences/pharmaceuticals transport‑related quality regulations and guidance
• Maintain working knowledge of temperature‑controlled logistics solutions and shipping systems
• Define a standard methodology and process for LSP, transport lane, and shipping system qualifications
• Author and maintain policies, SOPs, and work instructions, including maintenance in the respective QMS
• Maintain working knowledge of each product's supply chain processes and the employee's functional role within those integrated supply chain operations

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
• 3 years of relevant experience, or combination of work and educational equivalent
• Experience in transport modes of surface, air, ocean, rail freight execution and rates

• ERP, TMS, WMS experience
• Experience preparing and analyzing RFI/RFPs
• Familiarity of transportation‑related EDI transaction sets
• Experience in managing budgets
• Experience in pharmaceutical/medical device or other GxP industry
• Effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deliverables while working in a team environment
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships in a patient‑focused matrixed organization

Reports to Manager, Transportation & Logistics

• Office‑based role with periodic travel (~10%).
• Possible visits to vendor and warehouse facilities

Keenova offers employees a Total Rewards package which includes competitive pay and benefits. To learn more about our Total Rewards benefits please visit:
Keenova Careers | Serve and Grow with Purpose | Keenova

The expected base pay range for this position is $68K - $85K. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable program. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.