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Transportation Analyst Europe

Johnson Controls

Echt
Full-time
5-10 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Transportation analysis
Logistics
Supply chain management
Data analysis
Microsoft Excel
Power BI
Power Query
KPI dashboard development
Carrier performance monitoring
Root cause analysis
Continuous improvement
Stakeholder management
Freight audit
Logistics procurement
Communication skills
Problem-solving

Job Description

Echt / Enschede, Netherlands


Shape the Future of European Transportation at Johnson Controls
 

At Johnson Controls, we're creating smarter, healthier, and more sustainable environments around the world. Through innovative technology, connected solutions, and a commitment to continuous improvement, we help make buildings more intelligent, cities more connected, and industries more efficient.


As we continue to evolve our European supply chain network, we're looking for a Transportation Analyst Europe to drive transportation performance, optimize logistics operations, and deliver impactful data-driven improvements across our warehouses and manufacturing facilities.


If you're passionate about logistics analytics, continuous improvement, and turning complex transportation data into business results, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do
 

As Transportation Analyst Europe, you'll play a pivotal role in improving transportation effectiveness, service performance, and cost efficiency across the region.


Transportation Optimization

  • Analyze transportation and logistics data from multiple sources to identify optimization and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Monitor carrier performance and conduct root cause analysis to address service and operational issues.
  • Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance transportation performance.
  • Act as an escalation point for operational transportation challenges.
  • Support carrier onboarding activities, transportation compliance audits, and RFQ processes.
  • Serve as the primary contact for our external freight audit and payment provider.


Data & Performance Management

  • Develop, automate, and continuously improve transportation KPI dashboards and reporting solutions.
  • Build insightful reports using Excel, Power BI, and Power Query.
  • Track key transportation metrics and communicate actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Prepare and facilitate freight review meetings with internal customers and business partners.


Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Work closely with Logistics Procurement teams to maximize transportation value and leverage regional spend.
  • Partner with Operations and Continuous Improvement teams to drive performance improvements.
  • Collaborate with our Logistics Support Team in Chennai, India.
  • Communicate project progress, results, and recommendations to stakeholders across Europe.

What You'll Bring


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (HBO level)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation analysis, logistics, or supply chain
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Experience with Power BI
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Fluent English, both written and spoken


Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • Advanced Power Query skills
  • Experience working with Freight Audit & Pay providers
  •  Experience in an international manufacturing or distribution environment

What Success Looks Like


In this role, you'll make a measurable impact by:

  • Optimizing transportation performance across European warehouses and manufacturing sites.
  • Delivering sustainable cost and service improvements through data-driven recommendations.
  • Developing high-quality KPI dashboards that support smarter decision-making.
  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives that create operational excellence.
  • Building strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and logistics providers.

Why Johnson Controls?

At Johnson Controls, you'll join a global organization where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.


What We Offer

  • A highly visible European role with significant business impact
  • Opportunities to drive meaningful transformation initiatives
  • International collaboration across diverse teams and functions
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
  • A culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

Ready to Move Transportation Performance Forward?

Join Johnson Controls and help build a smarter, more efficient supply chain that supports our customers across Europe.


Apply today and become part of a team that's creating the future of transportation excellence.


Johnson Controls is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

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Core Responsibilities

The Transportation Analyst will analyze logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor carrier performance across European facilities. They will also develop KPI dashboards and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transportation effectiveness.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have at least 5 years of experience in transportation or logistics. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Career growth opportunities

About Johnson Controls

Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonization. We help our customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has been delivering performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turning goals into real-world results and helping move society forward. Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information.

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