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Logistics Analyst

Mid-level

Also known as: Acquisition Analyst, Acquisitions Logistics Analyst, Demand Planner, Demand Planning Analyst

Finance & LegalBachelor's Degree

Job Description

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

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

In-demand software
Inventory management systemsMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Power BIMicrosoft PowerPointSAP softwareStructured query language SQLTableau

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
High
Working outdoors
Low
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
Moderate
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This field is experiencing expansion with increasing job opportunities and career advancement potential. Market demand is rising, with new positions being created.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will significantly impact logistics analysts by automating data collection, predictive analytics for demand forecasting and route optimization, and identifying supply chain disruptions. This will shift their focus from routine data analysis to strategic decision-making, exception handling, and leveraging AI insights to drive greater efficiency and resilience in supply chains.