Junior Analyst

Professional Search Group OC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Analyst for an established Southern California company. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in supply chain, logistics, and international trade.

The Junior Analyst will support day-to-day supply chain operations by tracking international shipments, reviewing purchase orders and shipping documentation, maintaining data, and communicating with vendors, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams of Professional Search Group OC's client.

This position is full-time and can offer a hybrid schedule (must be in commutable distance to Santa Fe Springs, CA)

Junior Analyst Duties

• Review shipping documents and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Track and monitor inbound international shipments and provide status updates.
• Work with planning teams and freight forwarders to ensure shipments and bookings are completed on time.
• Monitor customs clearance and courier exceptions and assist with resolving issues.
• Review freight and customs brokerage invoices and help identify and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Update ERP systems with shipment information and landed costs.
• Maintain accurate shipment, customs, and compliance records.
• Maintain KPI reports and provide data to internal departments.
• Communicate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and internal teams regarding shipment status and issues.
• Support supply chain, logistics, trade compliance, and other special projects as needed.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities to develop knowledge across supply chain and logistics functions.

Junior Analyst Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, import/export, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong data entry and record-keeping abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with an ERP system preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel and Teams.
• Working knowledge of Excel functions such as PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and other formulas a must have
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs and import processes is a plus, but not required.
• VBA or Power BI experience is a plus.
• Self-motivated, organized, and willing to learn.

Apply with Professional Search Group OC today!