The Role
The Logistics Analyst – Border Operations is responsible for supporting the execution of logistics strategies that optimize transportation performance across the United States and Mexico border network. This role focuses on transportation analytics, carrier performance management, cross-border logistics coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service levels while reducing operational costs.
The Logistics Analyst partners closely with transportation providers, customs brokers, regional operations teams, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders across the U.S. and Mexico to ensure the efficient movement of raw materials, components, and finished goods. This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving sustainable logistics performance throughout Clarios’ cross-border supply chain.
What You’ll Do (Impact Areas)
Transportation Analytics & Performance Management
- Analyze transportation data, freight performance, carrier trends, and operational metrics across Over-the-Road (OTR), Intermodal (IMDL), and Rail transportation modes.
- Monitor logistics performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels, reduce costs, and optimize transportation networks.
- Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports that support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Evaluate carrier performance, freight spend, transit times, and transportation reliability.
Cross-Border Logistics Operations
- Support the efficient movement of freight between Mexico and the United States.
- Monitor shipments in transit and proactively address transportation disruptions.
- Ensure logistics activities align with operational requirements, customer expectations, and supply chain objectives.
- Support daily coordination with trucking companies, warehousing providers, customs brokers, and logistics partners.
Carrier & Supplier Management
- Monitor transportation providers’ performance against service, cost, and operational requirements.
- Support carrier selection processes, shipment bids, and mini-RFQs.
- Analyze current and future transportation lanes to optimize carrier utilization and secure competitive rates.
- Assist in evaluating and selecting transportation providers and third-party logistics partners.
Supply Chain Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze transportation and logistics data to identify inefficiencies, trends, and improvement opportunities.
- Lead or support initiatives focused on reducing transportation costs, improving delivery performance, and optimizing lead times.
- Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving supply chain visibility, responsiveness, and operational effectiveness.
- Contribute to the continuous enhancement of logistics processes and transportation strategies.
Compliance & Operational Governance
- Ensure transportation activities comply with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and company policies.
- Support the drafting, implementation, and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor adherence to U.S. and Mexico transportation regulations and cross-border logistics requirements.
- Maintain accurate transportation data and documentation to support operational compliance.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Collaborate with regional logistics, transportation, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and execution of logistics initiatives.
- Communicate logistics performance, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Support decision-making by providing actionable analytics and operational insights.
- Build productive relationships with internal customers and external logistics partners.
What Success Looks Like
- Transportation networks operate efficiently across the U.S.-Mexico border with minimal disruptions.
- Carrier performance meets or exceeds service, cost, and reliability expectations.
- Logistics KPIs provide visibility and actionable insights for continuous improvement.
- Transportation costs are optimized through data-driven decision-making and effective carrier management.
- Cross-border shipments comply with regulatory and customs requirements.
- Operational issues are proactively identified and resolved before impacting service.
- Continuous improvement initiatives generate measurable cost savings and service enhancements.
- Strong collaboration exists between logistics partners, carriers, and internal stakeholders.
Core Competencies
- Transportation Analytics and Logistics Performance Management.
- Cross-Border Supply Chain Operations.
- Data Analysis and Business Insight Generation.
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking.
- Communication and Stakeholder Management.
- Carrier and Supplier Relationship Management.
- Project Management and Execution.
- Continuous Improvement Mindset.
- Planning and Organizational Skills.
- Decision Making Under Pressure.
- Change Management and Adaptability.
- Attention to Detail and Data Accuracy.
- Customer Service Orientation.
- Collaboration and Teamwork.
What You Bring (Qualifications)
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain analytics, or related functions.
- Experience within manufacturing, distribution, or transportation environments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and develop actionable recommendations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with logistics or supply chain management systems.
- Understanding of transportation planning, inventory management, distribution, and supply chain operations.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and international environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Teams.
Preferred
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), or similar logistics platforms.
- Experience with Power BI or other data visualization and reporting tools.
- Knowledge of international transportation, customs requirements, and trade compliance.
- Experience supporting U.S.-Mexico cross-border logistics operations.
- Knowledge of transportation regulations in both Mexico and the United States.
- Experience with OTR, Intermodal, and Rail transportation networks.
- Supply Chain, Logistics, or Transportation-related professional certifications.
Work Model & Travel
- Work Model: Hybrid.
- Travel: Approximately 20% travel to support logistics operations, distribution centers, warehouses, carrier partners, and strategic projects.
- Coverage: United States and Mexico transportation network.
- Key Stakeholders: Transportation providers, customs brokers, warehousing partners, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, and regional logistics teams.
Our Commitment to You
- Opportunity to play a key role in a complex and strategic U.S.-Mexico supply chain network.
- Exposure to cross-border logistics, transportation strategy, and global supply chain operations.
- Professional development opportunities in transportation analytics, logistics optimization, and supply chain management.
- A collaborative and inclusive environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- The chance to contribute directly to cost optimization, service improvements, and sustainable logistics practices.
- Career growth opportunities within a global organization committed to innovation, performance, and customer success.
About Clarios:
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF).
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.
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