Transportation Specialist

GLOBAL TRANSPORTATION ANALYST

Ocean Freight / Freight Forwarding / Customs

Onsite, Columbus, OH

ALTA IT Services is staffing a direct hire opening for a Global Transportation Analyst to support a Columbus, OH distribution company. The Global Transportation Analyst is the main point of contact for ocean tracking, carrier cost savings, and management of international carrier relationships. This role ensures customer satisfaction through the improvement and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures, company policy, legal and regulatory considerations, and company/regional Safety and Quality procedures. It also supports global trade compliance through the proper use of HTS tariff codes, customs documentation, and adherence to all import/export laws and regulations. This is an onsite position based in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities and Duties

Establish performance metrics for evaluating supply chain total cost of ownership

Track international shipments, ensuring all required documentation (invoices, packing lists) is accurate and complete

Maintain compliance with U.S. and international customs regulations, including HTS classification, valuation, and duty payment

Monitor and apply trade compliance practices, including tariff classification and use of trade programs or free trade agreements

Work with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and 3PL providers to ensure smooth cross-border shipments

Finalize and incorporate forecasts into the SIOP planning process, influencing inventory, financial, and capacity planning

Manage global carrier relationships and lead annual RFP processes

Create and track supply chain cost-saving initiatives

Track KPI metrics across international supply chain activities

Maintain proactive communication of shipment status with internal and external stakeholders

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

Strong analytical skills; proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently

General negotiation skills

Proficient in ERP systems

Experience with HTS tariff codes, international customs compliance, global shipping documentation, and import/export processes

Comfortable working with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and international logistics providers

Education / Training Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or quantitative fields or equivalent work experience

3+ years of industry supply chain, inventory management, forecasting, procurement, or logistics experience

SALARY: $80,000 to $85,000 range annually, plus benefits

Please send your updated resume to Melissa McNally via for consideration

System One, and its subsidiaries are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.