Logistics Analyst Jobs in Minnesota
Logistics Analyst jobs in Minnesota concentrate in retail supply chain, manufacturing, and food and beverage distribution, with strong demand in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth. Major employers with lasting Minnesota footprints that consistently hire logistics analysts include Target, 3M, and General Mills. The most sought-after specializations in Minnesota listings are demand forecasting, transportation network optimization, and inventory management for omnichannel retail. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Transportation and Logistics Analyst
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, advanced polymer materials, a robust software ecosystem, and parts-on-demand solutions, Stratasys helps organizations accelerate innovation, improve manufacturing agility, and transform product development.
Location
Plymouth, MN
Position Description
The Transportation & Logistics Analyst supports transportation operations, freight financial administration, carrier performance measurement, and logistics improvement initiatives across the Americas. This role is responsible for analyzing transportation performance, maintaining carrier and third-party logistics (3PL) scorecards, supporting freight audit and payment activities, tracking logistics costs and savings initiatives, and providing operational and analytical support for transportation projects.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with transportation and logistics knowledge and enjoys identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service performance across the supply chain.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following:
Freight Administration & Financial Reporting
- Support Freight Audit & Pay processes and research invoice discrepancies and coding exceptions.
- Prepare freight spend reporting, accrual support, forecasts, variance analyses, and savings tracking reports.
- Maintain invoice aging reports and coordinate issue resolution with logistics providers and internal stakeholders.
- Assist with freight recovery activities and reporting.
- Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities for optimization.
Transportation Analytics & Performance Reporting
- Develop and maintain transportation dashboards, KPIs, carrier performance scorecards, and 3PL reporting.
- Analyze shipment, carrier, lane, mode, customer, and accessorial data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support carrier reviews and quarterly business reviews through data collection and reporting.
- Monitor transportation service levels, claims activity, and cost performance metrics.
- Provide data-driven recommendations to improve logistics performance.
Projects, Systems & Process Improvement
- Support transportation-related projects, including carrier transitions, sourcing events, system enhancements, and logistics initiatives.
- Maintain project documentation, SOPs, process maps, and testing documentation.
- Assist with transportation exception management and provide coverage for critical logistics processes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve transportation and logistics issues.
- Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
Basic Qualifications
- Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, freight audit and payment, or a related analytical role.
- Experience reviewing freight invoices, transportation data, carrier performance metrics, or logistics reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be Export Control Compliant (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, Analytics, or a related discipline.
- Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or third-party logistics environment.
- Experience with carrier scorecards, claims management, freight recovery programs, or transportation sourcing initiatives.
- Experience working with transportation management systems (TMS), ERP systems, or logistics analytics tools.
- Knowledge of parcel, LTL, truckload, air, and ocean transportation operations.
- Experience supporting continuous improvement or cost-reduction initiatives.
Travel Required
Up to 10% travel.
We believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we’ve designed a comprehensive Total Rewards program that goes beyond the basics and supports our People First strategy. When you join Stratasys, you’ll gain access to benefits and perks that will support you and your family both inside and outside of work.
For this position, the typical annual starting base salary is from $60-$70K base salary, which does not include variable incentive pay. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. Your individual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, geographical location, and/or experiences.
What you will be part of:
- Company Overview: https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/history/
- Our Culture and Values: https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/culture/
- Sustainability – "3D Printing a Better Tomorrow": https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/
- Our Locations: https://www.stratasys.com/en/contact-us/office-locations/
Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Transportation and Logistics Analyst
Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, advanced polymer materials, a robust software ecosystem, and parts-on-demand solutions, Stratasys helps organizations accelerate innovation, improve manufacturing agility, and transform product development.
Location
Plymouth, MN
Position Description
The Transportation & Logistics Analyst supports transportation operations, freight financial administration, carrier performance measurement, and logistics improvement initiatives across the Americas. This role is responsible for analyzing transportation performance, maintaining carrier and third-party logistics (3PL) scorecards, supporting freight audit and payment activities, tracking logistics costs and savings initiatives, and providing operational and analytical support for transportation projects.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with transportation and logistics knowledge and enjoys identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service performance across the supply chain.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following:
Freight Administration & Financial Reporting
- Support Freight Audit & Pay processes and research invoice discrepancies and coding exceptions.
- Prepare freight spend reporting, accrual support, forecasts, variance analyses, and savings tracking reports.
- Maintain invoice aging reports and coordinate issue resolution with logistics providers and internal stakeholders.
- Assist with freight recovery activities and reporting.
- Monitor transportation costs and identify opportunities for optimization.
Transportation Analytics & Performance Reporting
- Develop and maintain transportation dashboards, KPIs, carrier performance scorecards, and 3PL reporting.
- Analyze shipment, carrier, lane, mode, customer, and accessorial data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support carrier reviews and quarterly business reviews through data collection and reporting.
- Monitor transportation service levels, claims activity, and cost performance metrics.
- Provide data-driven recommendations to improve logistics performance.
Projects, Systems & Process Improvement
- Support transportation-related projects, including carrier transitions, sourcing events, system enhancements, and logistics initiatives.
- Maintain project documentation, SOPs, process maps, and testing documentation.
- Assist with transportation exception management and provide coverage for critical logistics processes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve transportation and logistics issues.
- Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
Basic Qualifications
- Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, freight audit and payment, or a related analytical role.
- Experience reviewing freight invoices, transportation data, carrier performance metrics, or logistics reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis functions.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be Export Control Compliant (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Finance, Analytics, or a related discipline.
- Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or third-party logistics environment.
- Experience with carrier scorecards, claims management, freight recovery programs, or transportation sourcing initiatives.
- Experience working with transportation management systems (TMS), ERP systems, or logistics analytics tools.
- Knowledge of parcel, LTL, truckload, air, and ocean transportation operations.
- Experience supporting continuous improvement or cost-reduction initiatives.
Travel Required
Up to 10% travel.
We believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we’ve designed a comprehensive Total Rewards program that goes beyond the basics and supports our People First strategy. When you join Stratasys, you’ll gain access to benefits and perks that will support you and your family both inside and outside of work.
For this position, the typical annual starting base salary is from $60-$70K base salary, which does not include variable incentive pay. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. Your individual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, geographical location, and/or experiences.
What you will be part of:
- Company Overview: https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/history/
- Our Culture and Values: https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/culture/
- Sustainability – "3D Printing a Better Tomorrow": https://www.stratasys.com/en/about-us/sustainability/
- Our Locations: https://www.stratasys.com/en/contact-us/office-locations/
Stratasys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The qualifications that appear most often in logistics analyst jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Tableau
- Experience with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP or Oracle
- Knowledge of transportation management systems and inventory control processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to supply chain operations
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Logistics Analyst Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a logistics analyst in Minnesota?
Most logistics analyst roles in Minnesota require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field. Minnesota does not issue a state-specific license for logistics analysts, so the path centers on education and credentials recognized by employers. Certifications such as the Certified Supply Chain Professional or Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution from APICS are widely valued by Minnesota hiring managers and strengthen applications considerably.
How much do logistics analysts make in Minnesota?
Logistics analysts in Minnesota earn a median of about $82,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,730 for the lowest 10% to over $130,440 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire logistics analysts in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring logistics analysts in Minnesota include Target, Stratasys, and CJ Schwan’s, per current listings on MigrateAte as of November 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, particularly in retail and consumer goods, makes it one of the more active markets in the Midwest for this role.
Which Minnesota cities have the most logistics analyst jobs?
Plymouth, Hopkins, and Nashwauk are the cities with the most logistics analyst openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the majority of demand, anchored by corporate headquarters for major retailers and manufacturers, while Rochester and Duluth contribute openings tied to medical device distribution networks and Great Lakes freight operations respectively.
Are there remote logistics analyst jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, and more than most fields, since logistics analyst work is primarily desk-based and data-driven rather than tied to a physical dock or warehouse floor. About 100% of logistics analyst openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the analytical nature of the role. Demand forecasting, reporting, and vendor performance analysis are the functions most commonly offered with remote or hybrid flexibility.
How can I get hired as a logistics analyst in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for coordinator or analyst associate roles at Minnesota's large retail and manufacturing employers, where rotational supply chain programs at companies like Target and General Mills regularly accept candidates without direct experience. Adjacent roles in purchasing, inventory control, or warehouse operations at these employers also serve as common lateral moves into the analyst track. Completing an APICS certification and building Excel or SQL skills through coursework gives candidates a clear edge in competitive entry-level pools.
Where can I find and apply to logistics analyst jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to logistics analyst jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated regularly. Search for roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match. No profile creation is required to see the listings.
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