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LGC

Transportation Analyst

LGC, Milford, Massachusetts, us, 01757

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Company Overview LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission‑critical components and solutions in high‑growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Our high‑quality product portfolio includes tools for genomic analysis and quality assurance that are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows, valued for performance, quality, and range.

Our tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture, enabling the introduction of new diagnostics and therapies to market, advancing research and development, optimizing food production, and continuously monitoring and enhancing quality in food, the environment, and consumer products.

Job Description The Transportation Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective movement of materials, intermediates, and finished life science products across the global supply chain. The role supports day‑to‑day logistics operations, analyzes transportation performance, and helps maintain the integrity of sensitive and regulated materials during shipment.

Key Responsibilities Transportation Operations & Execution

Review domestic and international shipments of raw materials, components, and finished goods, ensuring compliance with life‑science‑related regulations (e.g., GDP, DOT, IATA, FDA).

Monitor global transportation activities to ensure on‑time delivery; proactively troubleshoot delays, exceptions, and temperature‑excursion risks.

Support cold‑chain and controlled‑environment logistics by validating carrier adherence to handling requirements, packaging standards, and temperature‑monitoring processes.

Performance Analysis & Continuous Improvement

Track and analyze transportation KPIs—on‑time delivery, carrier utilization, freight cost, lane performance, temperature excursion rates, etc.

Identify cost‑saving, service‑improving, and risk‑mitigating opportunities through data analysis and benchmarking.

Develop reports and dashboards for supply chain leaders; communicate trends and actionable insights.

Support carrier scorecards, quarterly business reviews, and corrective action plans.

Carrier & Vendor Management

Assist in selecting, onboarding, and managing logistics providers, freight forwarders, and parcel/LTL/FTL carriers.

Audit carrier invoices, validate freight rates, monitor and assess billing charges and support resolution of billing discrepancies.

Partner with carriers to understand capacity constraints, negotiate spot quotes, and maintain service‑level agreements.

Compliance & Quality Support

Ensure transportation processes align with internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements applicable to life science products.

Participate in audits, CAPA implementation, and documentation updates related to transportation operations.

Support risk assessments for new shipping lanes, packaging solutions, and transportation modes.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field.

2–5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Strong understanding of parcel and LTL carrier invoicing.

Strong analytical skills with experience in Excel, ERP, TMS, or BI tools.

Understanding of GDP/GMP logistics, temperature‑controlled shipping, and global trade fundamentals.

Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills; ability to work cross‑functionally in a highly regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SAP, IFS, or similar ERP platforms.

2–5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations within pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, or life science manufacturing.

Knowledge of customs compliance, dangerous goods regulations, or cold‑chain packaging technologies.

Lean/Six Sigma exposure.

Familiarity with KPI dashboarding tools (Tableau, Power BI).

Pay Range Minimum: $72,000 USD. Maximum: $97,000 USD. Base salary will be influenced by experience, skills, and location.

Seniority Level & Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Supply Chain.

Values

PASSION

CURIOSITY

INTEGRITY

BRILLIANCE

RESPECT

Equal Opportunity Statement LGC is committed to valuing every job applicant and employee for their distinct skills regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, parental responsibilities, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection procedures will always be performed without bias related to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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