Job Description

Job Description: Transportation & Logistics Analyst (OTM)

Experience:

6–8 years of experience in transportation, warehousing, route optimization, and cost–benefit analysis.

Role Purpose

Responsible for managing and optimizing transportation and inbound logistics operations with a focus on cost control, operational efficiency, KPI alignment, and system effectiveness. The role includes ownership of Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) processes, inbound prioritization for a major Business Unit, and analytical support for operational and developmental initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage transportation and warehousing activities with emphasis on route optimization and service performance.
• Own inbound prioritization and carrier coordination for the largest Business Unit.
• Coordinate with carriers to ensure execution, capacity alignment, and issue resolution.
• Own extra cost approvals across all transportation lanes in line with defined guidelines.
• Perform cost–benefit analysis to support transportation, routing, and carrier decisions.
• Support spot carrier selection activities to enable cost optimization.
• Assist in calculation, monitoring, and alignment of transportation KPIs.
• Analyze operational performance data to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Take ownership of all OTM-related operational issues and coordinate with IT teams for resolution.
• Support OTM enhancements by assisting with requirements clarification and functional alignment.
• Participate in testing activities and provide support during hypercare phases.
• Perform data analysis using advanced Excel to support operational and decision-making needs.
• Participate in VSM (Value Stream Management) developmental projects and provide data as required.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of transportation and warehousing operations
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) is an added advantage
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical mindset
• Cost management and commercial analysis capability
• Effective cross-functional and IT coordination skills

Location(s)

• Ahmedabad
• Venus Stratum GCC

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.