Traffic Analyst

Job Posting Start Date 04-15-2024 Job Posting End Date 06-15-2024 Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a/an Traffic Analyst located in Tennessee Memphis. Reporting to the Operations Manager the Traffic Analyst will be Responsible for the co-ordination and consolidation of internal and international systems to support shipments in the most cost-effective manner in order to deliver maximum advantage to the company and its customers. What a typical day looks like: Gather, analyze, record and report on current market information with regard to the latest transportation methods. Work with the team to determine company and customer needs and make recommendations on cost effective transportation methods and assist in price negotiations if appropriate. Ensures lowest cost transportation by analyzing company and customer needs, researching transportation methods and auditing carrier costs and performances. Ensure laws, rules and regulations regarding shipping/transportation methods are adhered to and prepares applications for appropriate certifications and licenses. Prepare application for import / export control certifications and licenses (control documents). Maintain logs and compile information on routes, rates and services on various vendors. Arranges shipping details such as packing, shipping, and routing of product. Analyzes and recommends transportation and freight costs as well as appropriate routing and carriers to be used. Plans, schedules, and routes inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight, using knowledge of applicable laws, tariffs, and Flex policies. Be familiar with compliance required for corporate, and facility policies and procedures and assist the team in ensuring the highest standards are adhered to in the process. Ensure Traffic Metrics are maintained and updated on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. Establish and maintain good relationships with agents / suppliers in order to achieve quality of service and consistent cost reduction. May schedule company vehicles for service and normal maintenance checks and is responsible for ensuring that all are registered and have the proper insurance. Support the team in terms of knowledge and experience in dealing with daily operational and transportation issues. The experience we’re looking to add to our team, 1 -years’ experience in similar position Warehouse Shopping and receiving process. Manufacturing previous experience Customer interaction Here are a few of our preferred experiences: ATLAS Knowledge of MS Office - Excel What you’ll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision Life Insurance Matching 401K PTO Tuition Reimbursement Employee discounts at local retailers PF38 #LI-PF1 Job Category Global Procurement & Supply Chain Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first). Through the collective strength of 170,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. We welcome people of all backgrounds. 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