The Kraft Group & Affiliates · 13 hours ago
Import and Logistics Analyst
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$68K/yr - $79K/yr
1+ years expThe Kraft Group & Affiliates is seeking an Import and Logistics Analyst to work in the Shipping area of CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC. The primary objective of this role is to analyze, monitor, and control the import and transportation processes for various subsidiaries, ensuring timely and efficient cargo handling and compliance with operational standards.
Responsibilities
Analyze, monitor and control cargo status for prompt arrival during water and port stages and transportation process from ports, borders, and warehouses
Gather information about ports’ status and potential bottlenecks for cargo withdrawal
Avoid demurrage and detention fees by identifying operational bottlenecks
Monitor the status of cargo in water during shipping, making estimated time of arrivals (ETA) visible through communication with shipping companies and websites
Monitor shipments for timeliness and against customer expectations to include cargo dispatches and pickups from ports and warehouses
Ensure the care and condition of the cargo in trucks is acceptable and maintained
Ensure compliance with the service of transportation providers
Operationally coordinate the logistics of cargo transportation from ports, borders and warehouses considering the planning and definitions of the area
Obtain port and border export documents for CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC, such as estimated time of arrivals (ETA) and Bill of Lading (BL)
Update shipping information coming from import operations, such as estimated time of arrivals (ETA) and Manufacturing on Demand Bill of Lading (MOD BL) (transshipment)
Coordinate the logistics of cargo transportation from ports, considering the updated information from CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC Supply Chain
Guarantee that the CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC Supply Chain notifies the port broker and carriers of the prompt arrival of cargo in a timely manner that prevents any unbudgeted costs
Monitor carrier dispatches and customer cargo pick up from ports, and warehouses in accordance with port Last Free Day (LFD) and warehouse appointments
Use various external systems to monitor assigned supply chains for any exceptions from budgeted transportation plans. Communicate those exceptions to all stake holders
Ensure the coordination of appointments between carriers, customers’ carriers and warehouses for cargo delivery/pick up from warehouses
Obtain and manage the storage of Proof of Delivery receipts, communicate appointments between carriers, customers and warehouses to Supply USA Warehouse area
Implement integration projects with CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC Supply Chain transportation providers
Participate in regular meetings with carriers and CMPC Forest Products NA, LLC Supply Chain transportation providers
Create and improve processes and standardize processes for Imports operation
Responsible for measuring carrier performance in terms of: Efficiency: Costs per ton, kilometer, and volume Service Level: Fulfillment of cargo clearance at ports within deadlines given by Last Free Day (LFD) Compliance with the return of empty containers to the shipping company within the agreed deadlines Completion of batches dispatch in warehouses within the dates given by appointments Compliance of sending "Proof of Delivery" confirmation of shipments Compliance with quantitative and qualitative requirements of the fleet Fulfillment of service times in routes and origin / destination pairs Compliance with cargo care in loading, unloading and transportation processes Compliance with invoicing consistent with the service rendered Risk: Accident, damage, and shrinkage rates Ensure a standardized procedure is followed and agreed upon with the Transportation Manager and must be backed with quantitative and qualitative analysis
Special projects and assignments as business dictates
Responsible for creation, maintenance and control of all personally identifiable information or any other information protected by Confidentiality and Privacy Standards, in accordance with Mass Regulations on Personal Identity Regulations and HIPAA
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree supply chain management, logistics, business management, or similar field
1-3 years of professional experience in supply chain and/or logistics
Understanding of logistics, shipping, port, and commercial processes
Fluent in English
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace
Must have attention to detail and focused concentration
Must be able to make timely decisions in the context of the workflow
Must possess strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and responsiveness
Must be able to complete tasks that require a particular speed or productivity quota
Must be able to adhere to process protocol and must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner
Company
The Kraft Group & Affiliates
In 1965, Robert Kraft graduated from the Harvard Business School and began laying the foundation for starting companies based on working with customers in a highly personalized way.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eileen Casey
Chief Tax Officer
Joey Cohen
Partnerships Coordinator
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