Professional Resume Template for
Logistics Analyst
Julian R. Mercer
Atlanta, GA
(404) 555-0187
julian.mercer@email.com
linkedin.com/in/julian-mercer | github.com/julianmercer
Professional Summary
Methodical Logistics Analyst specializing in supply chain optimization, carrier network management, and route planning for 5 years across distribution and manufacturing sectors. Manage annual freight budgets up to $8M, leverage transport management systems (TMS) for shipment scheduling, and partner with regional carriers to optimize delivery performance. Successfully reduced carrier transit times by 14% and lowered fulfillment operating expenses by 18% using SQL, Power BI, and Excel.
Work Experience
Logistics Analyst — Apex Logistics International
Atlanta, GA | July 2023 – Present
- Optimized distribution routes for a fleet of 85 regional carriers using OTM, reducing average transit times by 14% and saving $240,000 in annual freight spend.
- Implemented SQL-based automated inventory tracking for a 250,000 sq. ft. fulfillment center, improving warehouse stock accuracy from 94.2% to 99.6%.
- Analyzed shipment datasets in Power BI to identify recurring carrier delays, cutting late delivery rates from 7.8% to 2.1% across 14 key lanes.
- Collaborated with procurement to renegotiate service level agreements (SLAs) with 5 freight forwarding vendors, securing $115,000 in annual cost reductions.
Associate Logistics Analyst — Vanguard Global Logistics
Savannah, GA | June 2021 – June 2023
- Supported inbound shipping operations for 12 international manufacturing suppliers, reducing demurrage and detention charges by 32% over 18 months.
- Designed and maintained a Tableau dashboard tracking KPIs for 3 regional distribution hubs, reducing weekly management reporting preparation time by 8 hours.
- Performed root-cause analysis on 180+ transit discrepancies, recovering $45,000 in carrier billing overcharges through invoice audits.
- Assisted in migrating the transportation database to Oracle Logistics Cloud, validating 50,000+ shipment history records with 0 data discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management
Auburn University · Auburn, AL · 2021
Skills
Supply chain optimization, Carrier network management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory control, Demand forecasting, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel (VBA, Power Query), Oracle OTM, SAP ERP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Customs compliance
Projects
TMS Migration and Route Optimization
Role: Lead Logistics Analyst
Tools: Oracle Logistics Cloud, SQL, Power BI
Directed the migration of transit planning data to Oracle OTM for 14 regional lanes, shortening average route selection time by 25% and reducing annual freight spend by $340,000.
Warehouse Inventory Re-organization
Role: Logistics Analyst
Tools: SAP ERP, Excel Power Query, Tableau
Analyzed 3 years of historical SKU velocities, redesigning slotting layouts for a 150,000 sq. ft. facility to reduce warehouse travel time by 18% and save $65,000 in annual labor costs.
Certifications
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) (2023)
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) (2022)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Professional Memberships: Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Logistics Analyst
Job Market Insights
$68,000
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$95,000
Avg:
$79,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for Logistics Analysts and Logisticians in the United States is projected to grow by 17% from 2024 to 2034, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. This expansion is heavily driven by the growth of e-commerce, the increasing complexity of global supply chains, and the need for organizations to improve operational efficiency while cutting freight costs. Companies rely on analysts to interpret large datasets and design optimal distribution networks.
17% growth over 10 years
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