How to hire a transportation analyst

How to hire a transportation analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step transportation analyst hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your transportation analyst job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a transportation analyst for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A transportation analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, transportation 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 transportation analyst salaries for various positions.

   Type of Transportation Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Transportation 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.	$20-40
   Logistics Technician	Logistics Technicians are personnel assigned in the company's warehouse or logistics facility. They primarily manage the systems involved in the processing of orders and delivery requests... Show more	$12-20
   Logistics Team Lead	A logistics team lead is responsible for the management, inspection, and supervision of all the needs of a company or enterprise. They are needed to ensure that the product is properly used and coordinate the delivery, procurement, and shipping of goods... Show more	$16-52

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Logistics
   • Process Improvement
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Project Management
   • PowerPoint
   • Power Bi
   • SQL
   • Data Analysis
   • Cost Savings
   • Freight Carriers
   • LTL
   • Transportation Planning
   • Visualization
   • Transportation Management System

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the account by performing detail cost/benefit analysis and WMS analysis.
   • Direct communication with 3rd party freight payment bill provider, freight truckload, LTL and parcel carriers.
   • Average collected data using JAMAR software and AutoCAD.
   • Implement HTML tracking codes and rotations align with creative placements.
   • Create traffic impact reports utilizing HCS, Syncro and AutoCAD programs.
   • Conduct internal audits to verify compliance of agent's adherence using IEX.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your transportation analyst job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A transportation analyst salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, transportation analysts' average salary in nevada is 47% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level transportation analysts earn 49% less than senior-level transportation analysts.
   • Certifications. A transportation analyst with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a transportation analyst's salary.

   Average transportation analyst salary

   $60,897yearly

   $29.28 hourly rate

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   Entry-level transportation analyst salary

   $43,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

   Average transportation analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$83,597	$40
   2	Washington	$76,956	$37
   3	California	$76,535	$37
   4	Maryland	$72,589	$35
   5	Virginia	$70,739	$34
   6	Massachusetts	$69,446	$33
   7	Oregon	$68,262	$33
   8	Colorado	$63,897	$31
   9	Ohio	$62,451	$30
   10	Texas	$62,301	$30
   11	New York	$62,300	$30
   12	Indiana	$57,923	$28
   13	North Carolina	$57,293	$28
   14	Illinois	$57,178	$27
   15	Arizona	$56,022	$27
   16	Florida	$54,315	$26
   17	Missouri	$52,612	$25
   18	Georgia	$51,915	$25
   19	Tennessee	$51,638	$25

   Average transportation analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf	$87,230	$41.94
   2	FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies	$83,448	$40.12
   3	Bed Bath & Beyond	$80,656	$38.78
   4	Thermo Fisher Scientific	$78,937	$37.95	10
   5	CDM Smith	$78,116	$37.56	66
   6	Beckman Coulter	$77,596	$37.31
   7	Los Alamos National Laboratory	$77,325	$37.18	2
   8	Iteris	$74,734	$35.93	1
   9	Booz Allen Hamilton	$73,228	$35.21	38
   10	ICU Medical	$73,191	$35.19
   11	Axiall	$72,738	$34.97
   12	Johnson Controls	$72,119	$34.67
   13	Caterpillar	$71,869	$34.55	7
   14	Tyson Foods	$71,817	$34.53
   15	AECOM	$71,554	$34.40	51
   16	Solutia	$71,332	$34.29
   17	Williams Sonoma	$71,054	$34.16	4
   18	Walmart	$70,438	$33.86	7
   19	Chewy	$70,222	$33.76
   20	Jill Acquisition LLC	$70,137	$33.72

4. Writing a transportation analyst job description

   A good transportation analyst job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a transportation analyst job description:

   Transportation analyst job description example

   At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn't be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world - for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Transportation Analyst II.
   
   The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).
   
   We're committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions.
   
   We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We're exploring new ideas and opportunities - innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow's growth.
   
   Through it all, we are one team - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
   Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience
   Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the management and oversight of freight movements into and out of Cat Parts Clayton Inbound Processing Center (IPC) and Distribution Center (DC) warehouse:· Interface with suppliers, facilities, dealers and internal and external transportation partners to facilitate the movement of freight· Manage daily activities i.e trailer pools, OTP, OTD, as it relates to transportation carriers and service providers· Manage operational relationships with transportation carriers and service providers· Manage transportation carrier performance metrics for all movements including international shipments ie Dray to/from MWCCD· Provide transportation carrier updates and RCCA's to internal customer facilities and dealers· Manage jockey service performance metrics and associated yard management process· Manage Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) process for all transportation lanes Work closely with the Global Transportation team (ILS), GMM, Cat Parts Velocity, Cat Parts Operations organization to develop sustainable transportation solutions for the Clayton IPC and DC facilities yielding significant value in the form of velocity improvements and cost reductions:· Identify and recommend opportunities for transportation network improvements· Point of contact for lane requirements and lane bids with Transportation Procurement· Lead and/or participate in Transportation and Cat Parts 6 Sigma projects as a Green Belt or Subject Matter Expert· Work with the Global Transportation team to replicate best practices and standardize transportation processes using CPS methodology· Participate and take leadership role in value stream activities or Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIW) as needed Basic Qualifications:
   Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related degree; in lieu of degree, 5+ years of equivalent work experience2+ years of relevant operational transportation experience In depth data analysis knowledge/experience (e.g. Excel, pivot tables) Top Candidates will also have:Proven track record of developing, implementing, and controlling process improvement solutions Excellent presentation and communication skills Experience working with import/export freight movement and subsequent documentation Previous experience managing carrier relationships and regulations Previous experience interfacing with Caterpillar suppliers/dealers Previous experience with Transportation Manager (TM) Previous experience working within SAP software application
   Additional Information: This position does offer relocation Final Details
   Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
   
   This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. #Li
   
   EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
   
   Not ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find transportation analysts for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with transportation analyst candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of 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 transportation analyst

   Once you've decided on a perfect transportation 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 equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new transportation 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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