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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 Tuesday, March 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. Position Summary: 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. What You'll Do: 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. Minimum Requirements: AA degree and three (3) or more years of goods shipping and transportation experience; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. What You Can Bring to the Team: Knowledge of alternative freight and transportation methods Knowledge of company products to determine most appropriate mode of transportation Ability to plan the coordinated activities of a series of work processes to maintain and increase manpower and equipment efficiency Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to read and analyze transportation plans and contracts Strong analytical and problem solving ability Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Work Environment / Physical Activity: Work is in an office setting and generally sedentary with physical effort associated with using a computer, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help yo