Senior Logistics Analyst

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyze international transportation data (ocean, air, and ground) to identify cost savings, transit time trends, and service level opportunities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track KPIs such as carrier performance, on-time delivery and freight spend.
• Support annual freight tenders by aggregating and evaluating carrier proposals and modeling rate scenarios.
• Reconcile freight invoices and accruals to ensure accuracy in billing and financial reporting.
• Assist in monitoring and forecasting global freight costs, including fuel surcharges, GRI/PSS, and currency impacts.
• Partner with freight forwarders and steamship lines to resolve discrepancies in shipment tracking, documentation, and rates.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis for leadership and internal teams including finance, procurement, and compliance.

Requirements And Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related supply chain experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in international transportation, logistics, or supply chain analytics.
• Fluent in English
• Basic understanding of ocean and air freight operations and incoterms
• Proficient in data analysis, database management, and reporting tools (Excel, Access, Tableau, Power BI, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally and with external partners.
• Self-starter that can work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS) and freight audit/payment platforms.
• Familiarity with global geography
• Prior experience working with freight forwarders, steamship lines, or 3PL providers.
• Understanding of ocean and air freight operations, incoterms, and documentation requirements.

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.