Logistics Analyst duties and responsibilities
The chief responsibility of a Logistics Analyst is to ensure that every link in the supply chain is as cost-effective, productive and efficient as possible. Some important Logistics Analysts job duties include:
- Gathering and analyzing logistics data to assess each step in the supply chain
- Keeping tabs on the product flow process from materials acquisition to final delivery
- Updating databases with logistics data
- Developing, evaluating and revising logistics policies, procedures and plans
- Overseeing warehouses to ensure that products are received, stored and shipped safely and efficiently
- Researching supply chain issues to identify potential problems and preemptively address them
- Staying up to date on the latest innovations in logistics and what competitors are implementing
- Addressing routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep products moving
