Transportation Analyst

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities.

We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Transportation Analyst Location: Decatur, IL Travel: Up to 5% Relocation Assistance: Not available Visa Sponsorship: Not Offered Job Summary The Transportation Analyst supports day-to-day transportation and logistics operations by providing technical and administrative support to ensure efficient movement of materials and shipments.

This role focuses on tracking transportation activities, maintaining accurate shipment and invoice records, verifying documentation, and communicating schedules and logistics issues across teams. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing logistics environment.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring transportation accuracy, operational efficiency, and effective coordination across supply chain stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Track and report transportation activities, costs, and expenditures across multiple transportation modes Verify shipping documents, invoices, and checklists for completeness and accuracy Maintain detailed records of shipments, freight costs, and logistics transactions Communicate shipping and receiving schedules to internal stakeholders Identify and escalate transportation or logistics issues to appropriate teams Support transportation operations through coordination, organization, and follow-through Ensure compliance with established logistics processes and documentation standards Required Skills Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve logistics issues Planning and organizing skills to manage multiple priorities Effective written and verbal communication skills Decision-making and critical thinking capabilities Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs Customer-focused mindset with strong service orientation Preferred Skills Experience in transportation, logistics, shipping, or supply chain operations Familiarity with shipment tracking systems or ERP/logistics platforms Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse environments Exposure to freight cost tracking, invoicing, or transportation reporting Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field Summary Pay Range: $72,360.00 - $108,540.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

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