Business Analyst III

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst III to support logistics systems, transportation management integrations, and operational process improvements within a fast-paced commercial logistics environment. This role is ideal for a highly analytical professional with strong SAP/TMS experience and a background in rail or truck transportation operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving transportation management processes, supporting ERP integrations, enhancing data visibility, and driving operational efficiencies across logistics workflows. Key Responsibilities • Support and monitor integrations between Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and ERP platforms, troubleshooting issues and driving root-cause resolution. • Analyze logistics data, operational workflows, and system performance to identify improvement opportunities and support data-driven decision-making. • Serve as a subject matter resource for TMS applications and logistics processes, providing user support and operational guidance. • Collaborate with business and technical teams on system enhancements, process optimization initiatives, and integration projects. • Maintain high levels of data accuracy and integrity across transportation and logistics platforms. • Document business processes, system updates, workflows, and improvement initiatives. • Support logistics transparency and freight management optimization initiatives across rail and truck operations. • Conduct end-to-end process analysis to improve reporting consistency, operational efficiency, and system effectiveness. • Work independently on moderately complex assignments while coordinating with stakeholders to resolve risks and issues. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Information Systems, or related field. • 4+ years of experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, SAP environments, and process improvement initiatives. • Experience supporting logistics operations, preferably within rail transportation environments. • Hands-on experience integrating TMS platforms with ERP systems (SAP preferred). • Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and root-cause analysis skills. • Ability to understand downstream impacts of data and system changes across business processes. • Experience working with operational reporting tools, dashboards, and logistics analytics. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365 applications. • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. • Ability to document business requirements, workflows, and system interactions effectively. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with SAP S/4HANA or SAP R/3 environments. • Familiarity with vendor billing documents, shipment cost documents, nominations, and ticket actualization processes. • Experience with rail logistics systems or railroad carrier platforms. • Exposure to Power BI dashboards and logistics reporting tools. • Experience supporting transportation optimization initiatives across truck and rail operations. Additional Details • Onsite requirement: 5 days/week during initial evaluation period (60–90 days), with potential for hybrid flexibility afterward.