How to hire an operations logistics analyst

How to hire an operations logistics analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step operations logistics analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an operations logistics analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new operations logistics analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The operations logistics analyst hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An operations logistics analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, operations logistics analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents operations logistics analyst salaries for various positions.

   Type of Operations Logistics Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Operations Logistics Analyst	Logisticians analyze and coordinate an organization’s supply chain—the system that moves a product from supplier to consumer. They manage the entire life cycle of a product, which includes how a product is acquired, distributed, allocated, and delivered.	$21-41
   Analyst	Analysts are employees or individual contributors with a vast experience in a particular field that help the organization address challenges. They help the organization improve processes, policies, and other operations protocol by studying the current processes in place and determining the effectiveness of those processes... Show more	$25-47
   Logistics Supervisor	A logistics supervisor is an individual tasked to oversee goods shipment and delivery in organizations. Supervisors manage the planning, organization, and implementation of the company's systems... Show more	$22-42

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Tableau
   • Logistics Operations
   • Data Analysis
   • DOD
   • SQL
   • On-Time Delivery
   • Process Improvement
   • Forwarders
   • Logistics Management
   • Analytical Support
   • Cost Savings
   • ERP
   • MRP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage new LTL business including set up of credit card payment system for Vantix.
   • Manage the flow of electronic message events via inventory tracking system and EDI gateway for INL's automotive customer base.
   • Develop analysis and reporting tools concerning DC operations using report writing tool within WMS.
   • Assist with the development of monthly metrics and KPI's base on client demand and departmental performance.
   • Develop strong relationships within the operations group to ensure that the WMS is optimized for maximum performance and customer satisfaction.
   • Conduct full reports using various data visualization techniques on client's areas of vulnerability, inefficiency, and opportunities for improvement.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your operations logistics analyst job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An operations logistics analyst can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, operations logistics analysts' average salary in nevada is 48% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level operations logistics analysts 48% less than senior-level operations logistics analysts.
   • Certifications. An operations logistics analyst with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an operations logistics analyst's salary.

   Average operations logistics analyst salary

   $62,507yearly

   $30.05 hourly rate

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   Entry-level operations logistics analyst salary

   $45,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

   Average operations logistics analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$78,602	$38
   2	Washington	$75,766	$36
   3	California	$72,697	$35
   4	New York	$64,655	$31
   5	Connecticut	$64,495	$31
   6	Ohio	$60,939	$29
   7	Georgia	$55,667	$27
   8	Missouri	$55,112	$27
   9	Texas	$54,043	$26
   10	South Carolina	$52,228	$25
   11	Florida	$46,828	$23
   12	Puerto Rico	$42,364	$20

   Average operations logistics analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Applied Materials	$99,121	$47.65	7
   2	Brightstar	$74,781	$35.95	3
   3	Rivian	$72,696	$34.95	1
   4	Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.	$71,383	$34.32
   5	Fortive	$68,882	$33.12
   6	Amyx	$65,116	$31.31	2
   7	Lockheed Martin	$64,688	$31.10	55
   8	Quest Diagnostics	$63,952	$30.75	13
   9	Stevens Transport	$63,381	$30.47
   10	Audicus	$60,136	$28.91
   11	MTS Logistics	$59,865	$28.78
   12	Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA)	$59,827	$28.76
   13	Eagle Trans Shipping & Logistics India Pvt Ltd	$59,752	$28.73
   14	Ideoclick	$59,752	$28.73
   15	R D D Inc	$59,752	$28.73
   16	DiCon Fiberoptics	$59,752	$28.73
   17	B & P Enterprises	$59,713	$28.71	10
   18	BAE Systems	$57,858	$27.82	66
   19	Credigy	$57,120	$27.46
   20	Logistics Management Institute	$56,109	$26.98

4. Writing an operations logistics analyst job description

   An operations logistics analyst job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an operations logistics analyst job description:

   Operations logistics analyst job description example

   COVID\-19 continues to significantly impact our employees, families and communities\. With employee health and safety as our top priority, and as a federal contractor, Lockheed Martin is taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID\-19 variants pose in the workplace and ensuring we meet our commitments to national security\.
   
   To uphold safety for all employees, we will continue to request vaccination status for all Lockheed Martin employees including new hires\. All current and newly hired employees are required to follow onsite safety measures based upon the COVID\-19 Community Level at the specific work location\.
   
   **Description:** By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges\. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work\. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility\. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work\. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility\. Your Mission is Ours\.
   
   Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Marietta, GA is seeking a full\-time Early Career Sustainment Supply Operations & Logistics Cost Analyst\. In this role, you will manage the cost, schedule, and technical scope or manage parts for the following areas: Repairs, Spares, Mod Programs, Provisioning, 3PL Warehousing, and others\. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge in analyzing data, developing statuses, forecasting values, updating schedules, and providing management financial information to make effective decisions\.
   
   Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance\. This position is located at a facility that requires special access\.
   **Basic Qualifications:**
   
   • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in a Finance, Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a Business related field
   
   • Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance\. This position is located at a facility that requires special access
   
   **Desired Skills:**
   
   • Familiar with managing a project \(cost and schedule\)
   
   • Interest in Business Administration, Sustainment, Supply Chain, or Finance
   
   • Team player with a positive attitude
   
   • SAP Experience
   
   • Sustainment Experience in Mod Programs,
   
   Repair and Return Programs, and/or PSI/PBL
   
   Programs
   
   • Ability to work in a collaborative and team\-based enviornment
   
   **BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:**
   
   job\.Qualifications
   
   **Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer\. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status\.**
   
   Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours\. Our customers tackle the hardest missions\. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision\. They're dangerous\. Critical\. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives\. Those are the missions we care about\.
   
   As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges\. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U\.S\., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories\.
   
   **EXPERIENCE LEVEL:**
   
   4 yr and up College

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5. Post your job

   To find operations logistics analysts for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any operations logistics analysts they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level operations logistics analysts with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your operations logistics analyst job on Zippia to find and recruit operations logistics analyst candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit operations logistics analysts, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new operations logistics analyst

   Once you've decided on a perfect operations logistics analyst candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new operations logistics analyst. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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