Transportation Analyst

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #174807 - Sao Bernardo do Campo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values - Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous - we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly analytical, tech-savvy Transportation Analyst who is passionate about innovation and continuous improvement. In this role, you will be the guardian of our transportation costs, managing the end-to-end financial performance of freight - from final customer delivery to intercompany transfers between production plants and Distribution Centers (DCs).

The key differentiator for this position is an innovation mindset: you won't just manage the operational baseline, but will actively leverage Artificial Intelligence and advanced data analytics to forecast scenarios, lead strategic projects, and drive consistent cost savings for the business.

Responsibilities

Cost Management (Outbound & Intercompany): Control, audit, and analyze all freight costs related to customer deliveries and transfers between manufacturing plants and DCs.

Savings Culture & Projects: Identify network optimization opportunities and lead strategic projects aimed at generating financial efficiencies (savings).

Artificial Intelligence & Automation: Implement and utilize AI and Machine Learning tools to control the freight cost budget, pricing intelligence, and automating repetitive reporting/auditing tasks.

Analytics & Dashboards: Build and maintain robust Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), transforming raw data into actionable insights.

Strategic Stakeholder Interface: Partner directly with Logistics, Procurement, Finance, and IT teams to ensure budget accuracy (Budget vs. Actual).

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields.

Analytical Mindset: Advanced proficiency in data visualization and analysis tools (Google Tools, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

Tech-Driven: Experience or strong familiarity with incorporating AI into daily workflows (e.g., leveraging LLMs for task automation, Python/R for predictive analytics, or AI-powered logistics software).

Project Management: Experience Delivering cost-saving initiatives.

Advanced English.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of programming languages tailored for data analysis (Python and SQL).

Proven experience in freight cost management and transportation logistics (FTL and LTL).

Experience implementing Transportation Management Systems (TMS) integrated with AI modules.

Professional proficiency in English (for global communication or reporting).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people - developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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