Transportation Analyst

Description

  Job Summary 

We are seeking a motivated entry-level Transportation Analyst to support the planning, tracking, and optimization of cross-border freight movements between the United States and Mexico. This role focuses on Customs entry as well as, Ocean,  truckload (TL), intermodal, and drayage operations in the dynamic US-Mexico trade corridor. The analyst will assist in data analysis, carrier coordination, compliance monitoring, and cost-efficiency initiatives to ensure timely delivery of goods. Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals interested in North American supply chain logistics and nearshoring trends.

Key Responsibilities

· Coordinating with brokers, customs brokers, and carriers compliant with FMCSA, MX regulations, and NAFTA/USMCA requirements.

· Monitor and track daily cross-border shipments (US to Mexico and Mexico to US), including status updates on border crossings, drayage, customs clearance, and final delivery using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).

· Support resolution of cross-border issues such as customs holds, inspections, documentation errors, or border delays; escalate urgent matters to senior team members.

 Maintain accurate records of shipment documentation (e.g., commercial invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, pedimentos) and ensure adherence to cross-border compliance standards.

· Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., procurement, warehouse, customs compliance) and external partners (carriers, customs brokers) to improve shipment efficiency.

· Stay informed on relevant regulations, including FMCSA rules for Mexico-domiciled carriers, USMCA trade provisions, and border security procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• At least one year of relevant experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or freight coordination
• Exposure to cross-border or U.S.–Mexico logistics preferred, but not required

Skills & Knowledge

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (written and verbal) required
• Strong analytical capabilities, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts)
• Foundational understanding of freight modes (truck, rail, intermodal) and cross-border logistics processes, including customs brokerage
• Familiarity with U.S.–Mexico trade dynamics, nearshoring, or maquiladora operations is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

The health, satisfaction and security of our team members and their families are important to us and an important part of reaching our organization’s goals. We offer a total rewards package that includes valuable and competitive compensation and benefit plans. These programs reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. The compensation for this role includes base salary and eligibility for an annual bonus based on company performance. All incentive plans are subject to change.

The expected pay range for this role is $70,000 - $75,000 annually.

*The compensation will be commensurate with the level of knowledge, education, skills, and experience applicable to the position.

Our current benefits package, which is available to all full-time team members and their eligible dependents, includes:

· medical insurance

· dental insurance

· vision insurance

· 401(k) retirement plan with company match

· HSA & FSA

· life insurance and disability insurance

· and other voluntary benefits

We also offer time-off benefits including:

· paid time-off

· sick-flex time

· 12 company paid holidays

ABOUT THE BUMBLE BEE SEAFOOD COMPANY

The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 125-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing, and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Bumble Bee’s full line of seafood and specialty protein products are marketed in the U.S., Canada and over 50 markets globally under leading brands including Bumble Bee®, Brunswick®, Clover Leaf®, Snow’s®, and Beach Cliff®. For more information about the company, visit TheBumbleBeeCompany.com. For product information, visit www.BumbleBee.com.

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Human Resources Representative.

Requirements

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• At least one year of relevant experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or freight coordination
• Exposure to cross-border or U.S.–Mexico logistics preferred, but not required

Skills & Knowledge

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (written and verbal) required
• Strong analytical capabilities, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts)
• Foundational understanding of freight modes (truck, rail, intermodal) and cross-border logistics processes, including customs brokerage
• Familiarity with U.S.–Mexico trade dynamics, nearshoring, or maquiladora operations is a plus