CASY-MSCCN Jobs

Traffic Analyst General Administrative Tacoma WA LCW DC - 9311 47th Ave SW, Bldg 13 (98496), 9311 47th Ave SW, Bldg 13, Tacoma, Washington, United States of America Req #37673 Monday, February 12, 2024 Spenard Builders Supply is Alaska's choice for building materials and home improvements. Statewide, we service the needs of a variety of customers including residential and commercial builders, specialty contractors, government and other institutions, and especially do-it-yourselfers. Check out our latest building products, events, manufacturing services or find an SBS near you. Today, Spenard Builders Supply is owned by Builders FirstSource, the largest supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services to the residential construction market in the U.S. We provide customers an integrated homebuilding solution, offering manufacturing, supply, delivery and installation for a full range of structural and related building products. We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels. Purpose: Responsible to determine most economical carrier alternatives, both domestic and international based on knowledge and analysis of alternative modes of goods transportation. Provides coordinating, tracking and reporting on freight movement in various carrier modes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Determines the most economically appropriate domestic or international transportation mode for incoming and outgoing materials and products based on analysis of tariff rates, contract rates, freight classifications, delivery schedules and deadlines. Works closely with salespeople and vendors to calculate load factors to determine the most efficient size and type of equipment and mode of movement. Analyzes truck traffic carriers and suitable traffic lanes for locations in the lower 48 states with primary concentration for PNW states. Coordinates, tracks and reports on freight movement in various carrier modes including ocean carriers, trains and trucks; maintains computer database identifying mode, dates of traffic, and contents; tracks costs and efficiency and recommends alternative modes when appropriate. Handles all shipments into Canada. Sets up precise protocol and required coordination, analysis and documentation for inter-company tracking and federal tax purposes, as well as compliance with both Canadian and US labor and business requirements. Books cargo to all ocean vessels and acts as a final arbiter to ensure that no cargo moves on or in an inappropriate mode Contacts freight carriers to obtain Proof-of Insurance ensuring appropriate liability and cargo levels. Performs ongoing analysis on ways to save the company on freight costs. Other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job has no supervisory responsibilities. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. AA degree and three (3) or more years of goods shipping and transportation experience; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. COMPETENCIES Knowledge of alternative freight and transportation methods Knowledge of company products t