Career Profile

Logistics Analysts

What they do:

Analyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity including invoicing, electronic bills, and shipment tracing.

Also Called:

Global Logistics Analyst, Logistics Analyst, Logistics Management Analyst, Material Supply Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Transportation Analyst, Global Logistics Analyst, Logistics Analyst, Logistics Management Analyst, Material Supply Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Transportation Analyst
$47,010
Starting Salary (2025)
$76,180
Median Salary (2025)
16.7%
Projected Job Growth
550
RI Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Confer with logistics management teams to determine ways to optimize service levels, maintain supply-chain efficiency, or minimize cost.
Maintain logistics records in accordance with corporate policies.
Prepare reports on logistics performance measures.
Provide ongoing analyses in areas such as transportation costs, parts procurement, back orders, or delivery processes.
Recommend improvements to existing or planned logistics processes.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Analytical Thinking
Integrity
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Achievement/Effort
Adaptability/Flexibility

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Systems Evaluation
Monitoring

Expected Knowledge

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Computers and Electronics

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Transportation

Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.

Common Activities

Working with Computers

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Analyzing Data or Information

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Considerable Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Training

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • Bachelor's degree 64%
  • Associate's degree 23%
  • Some college 5%
  • Master's degree 5%
  • Post-master's certificate 5%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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