[Hiring] Senior Analyst, Global & Domestic Transportation @Scotts Miracle-Gro

Role Description

The Senior Analyst for Global & Domestic Transportation is a high-impact role that bridges the gap between local logistics and international trade. This role is responsible for the strategic design and daily oversight of the end-to-end movement of goods, managing both domestic "last-mile" and "middle-mile" logistics (Truckload, LTL, Rail) and international freight (Ocean, Air, Customs).

Core Responsibilities

• Domestic Transportation & Distribution
  • Network Optimization: Design and maintain a high-efficiency domestic routing guide. Analyze lane data to convert LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) to FTL (Full Truckload) or Intermodal moves to drive cost savings and increase On-Time In-Full (OTIF).
  • Modal Analysis: Evaluate and execute transportation modes to balance urgent inventory needs against transportation spend (e.g., shifting from Air to Ocean or Intermodal to truck).
  • Carrier Management: Partner with 3rd party Managed Transportation provider and Global freight forwarder to ensure smooth daily operations and assist with RFP processes.
  • Last-Mile & Parcel Strategy: Oversee the parcel network (UPS, FedEx, Regional), managing rate quotes and strategies.
  • Drayage & Inland Logistics: Coordinate the critical link between ports/rail ramps and inland warehouses, minimizing costly demurrage and detention fees through proactive scheduling.
• Global Freight & International Trade
  • Customs & Documentation: Create and facilitate the flow of international shipping documents (Commercial Invoices, BOLs, etc.) and partner with internal trade compliance team to ensure compliant global shipments.
  • International Logistics: Manage and facilitate shipments based on volume and capacity, and expediting with vendors as business dictates.
  • Incoterm Strategy: Manage shipments under varying Incoterms (e.g., EXW, FCA, DDP) to balance risk and freight spend.
  • Forwarder Relations: Serve as the primary partner with external Global Freight Forwarders, ensuring space protection and competitive ocean rates.
• Advanced Analytics & Technology
  • KPI Dashboarding: Build and maintain real-time visibility dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.
  • Cost Management: Analyze "Freight as a % of Sales," "Cost per Kilo," and "Accessorial Spend" to identify leakage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or Data Analytics.
• 5+ years in Transportation logistics, with at least 2 years specifically focused on international freight or customs.
• Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, Macros).
• Experience with ERP (SAP S/4HANA) and TMS platforms.
• APICS (CSCP/CLTD) or Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) status is highly desirable.

Requirements

• The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $87,600.00 - $103,100.00 per year.
• Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.
• For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Benefits

• Live Total Health program with options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependents.
• Outstanding wellness reimbursement program.
• Unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%).
• 15% discount on company stock.
• Access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy.
• Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education, and sustainability.
• Strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.