Sr. Import Specialist

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Job Summary

The Logistics Analyst III is a senior supply chain professional responsible for independently analyzing, optimizing, and supporting complex logistics and transportation operations. This role applies advanced analytical expertise, deep understanding of logistics networks, and sound business judgment to improve service performance, control costs, and enhance end‑to‑end supply‑chain efficiency. Working under limited supervision, the Logistics Analyst III has a direct impact on operational reliability, working capital, and customer satisfaction and may provide guidance to less experienced analysts.

Job Description

Role Overview
The Logistics Analyst III serves as a key analytical and operational resource within Logistics or Supply Chain Operations. Compared to intermediate roles, this position regularly handles non‑routine logistics issues, owns complex analyses, evaluates trade‑offs, and drives improvements across transportation, distribution, and inventory flow. The role collaborates closely with Transportation, Distribution, Warehouse Operations, Planning, Procurement, Customer Service, Finance, and external partners to deliver data‑driven solutions.
The position typically reports to a Logistics Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, or Senior Operations Analytics leader.

Key Responsibilities
Advanced Logistics Analysis & Optimization

Independently analyze complex logistics data related to transportation, distribution, inventory flow, and service performance
Identify trends, root causes, and systemic issues affecting cost, service, or efficiency
Develop actionable insights and recommendations to improve network performance
Evaluate trade‑offs between cost, service, capacity, and risk

Transportation & Distribution Performance Management

Analyze carrier performance, lane utilization, transit times, and service levels
Support optimization of routing, mode selection, and carrier strategies
Lead analysis for freight cost control, productivity improvements, and capacity planning
Partner with carriers and third‑party logistics providers to resolve performance issues

Cost Management & Financial Impact

Perform detailed analysis of freight spend, accessorial charges, and cost drivers
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for logistics costs
Identify and quantify savings opportunities and track realized benefits
Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate logistics cost reporting

Inventory Flow & Network Support

Analyze inventory movement across plants, warehouses, and customers
Support improvements to inventory positioning, lead times, and replenishment flows
Identify logistics‑related inventory risks or inefficiencies
Coordinate with Planning and Operations to support network balance and service goals

Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement

Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks in logistics processes and controls
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., kaizen, lean, optimization projects)
Support implementation of new logistics tools, reports, or systems
Contribute to standardization of logistics metrics, methods, and best practices

Stakeholder Collaboration & Advisory

Partner cross‑functionally to support operational decisions and strategic initiatives
Communicate complex analyses and recommendations clearly to stakeholders
Support escalation and resolution of non‑routine logistics issues
Provide informal guidance or mentoring to Logistics Analyst I–II roles


Scope & Impact

Impact is at the functional or multi‑site level across logistics and supply‑chain operations
Work includes non‑routine, judgment‑based analysis and decision support
Influences logistics cost structure, service reliability, and operational efficiency
Contributions directly affect customer satisfaction, working capital, and profitability


Qualifications
Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Finance, Analytics, or related field required
Several years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply‑chain analysis, or operations analytics preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced working knowledge of logistics and transportation processes
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis skills
Ability to evaluate complex data sets and translate insights into action
Strong understanding of freight cost drivers and service metrics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with spreadsheets, reporting tools, and ERP/TMS systems required

Additional Job Details

Professional – P3

Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results
• Established professional; works under limited supervision
• Works independently on moderately complex projects/assignments and contributes to setting objectives or goals of projects and assignments within team
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with employees both within and occasionally outside of the department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• Influences employees within the department at an operational level regarding concepts or practices and some advisement on approaches
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
• Problems faced are difficult and mildly complex and typically impact the job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
• Provides assistance and training to other employees
• May lead significant parts of moderately complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires advanced job knowledge and demonstrated competence within department, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.