McKesson

Sr. Business Analyst, Transportation

McKesson$88K — $148K *
Mason, OH 45040In-Person
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Analytics, Data Science, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in transportation or logistics analytics.
  • Advanced Excel skills for analysis, modeling, and reporting.
  • Proficient in building dashboards using Power BI.
  • SQL experience for data analysis and extraction.
  • Knowledge of various transportation modes: Parcel, LTL, FTL, and Dedicated Fleet.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze shipment profiles to enhance transportation efficiency.
  • Identify and rectify shipping cost inefficiencies and opportunities.
  • Conduct freight audits and billing reconciliations for accuracy.
  • Design and enhance KPI reporting and carrier scorecards.
  • Monitor carrier performance metrics for continuous improvement.
  • Support pricing strategies with data-driven transportation analyses.
  • Develop automated reporting solutions to streamline business insights.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
  • Proximity to McKesson distribution centers.
  • Opportunity for occasional travel to distribution hubs.
  • Access to a competitive compensation package and performance bonuses.
Full Job Description
McKesson is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Senior Transportation Business Analyst to support transportation cost optimization, carrier performance management, freight billing integrity, and reporting automation across our 3PL operations. This role serves as the analytical engine behind transportation strategy, transforming complex logistics data into actionable business insights that improve service, reduce costs, and strengthen client outcomes.

The successful candidate will partner with Operations, Finance, Client Services, and carrier partners to optimize transportation networks, analyze freight spend, improve carrier accountability, and drive data-informed business decisions. This position is ideal for a transportation, logistics, or supply chain professional with strong analytics, reporting, and business intelligence experience.

What You'll Do
Transportation Cost Optimization
  • Analyze shipment profiles to identify optimal transportation modes, service levels, and carrier selections.
  • Identify shipping inefficiencies, cost outliers, over-serviced shipments, and optimization opportunities.
  • Develop recommendations that improve transportation cost efficiency while maintaining service standards.
Freight Audit & Billing Analytics
  • Reconcile carrier invoices against contracted rates, shipment data, and client billing records.
  • Investigate billing discrepancies, duplicate charges, accessorial fees, and revenue leakage opportunities.
  • Develop reporting and trend analysis on transportation spend, cost per shipment, and billing exceptions.
Carrier Performance Management
  • Design, maintain, and enhance carrier scorecards and transportation KPI reporting.
  • Monitor on-time delivery, tender acceptance, cost performance, claims, damage rates, and service recovery metrics.
  • Support carrier business reviews by providing actionable performance analytics.
Pricing & Transportation Modeling
  • Conduct transportation analysis supporting client pricing initiatives, RFPs, and network optimization activities.
  • Build transportation cost models, lane analyses, and scenario comparisons to support commercial decision-making.
  • Provide data-driven recommendations to support pricing strategies and cost-to-serve evaluations.
Business Intelligence & Reporting Automation
  • Develop and maintain dashboards, data models, and automated reporting solutions using Power BI and related analytics tools.
  • Replace manual reporting processes with scalable, automated solutions that improve visibility and decision making.
  • Identify opportunities to centralize transportation reporting and improve data governance.
Cross-Functional Business Partnership
  • Partner with Operations, Finance, Client Services, Quality, and transportation providers to address business challenges.
  • Support client reviews by translating complex transportation data into clear business recommendations.
  • Assist with transportation-related escalations through root-cause analysis and corrective action validation.

Basic Requirements
Minimum Education & Typical Experience or Equivalent Combination
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Analytics, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Typically 7+ years of experience in transportation analytics, logistics analytics, freight operations, supply chain analytics, or related business analysis roles.

Required Skills & Experience
  • Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
  • Experience building dashboards and reports using Power BI.
  • SQL experience for data extraction, validation, and analysis.
  • Experience with freight auditing, transportation billing reconciliation, carrier invoicing, or accessorial analysis.
  • Working knowledge of transportation modes including Parcel, LTL, FTL, and Dedicated Fleet.
  • Experience developing KPI reporting, performance scorecards, or operational analytics.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to present insights to business stakeholders.

Preferred Skills / Experience
  • Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms (SAP or equivalent), and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
  • Knowledge of transportation network design, cost-to-serve modeling, and profitability analysis.
  • Experience supporting transportation RFPs, pricing analysis, or commercial analytics.
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement experience.
  • Experience automating reporting and business intelligence solutions.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical, biologics, healthcare distribution, cold-chain, or temperature-sensitive logistics.
  • Experience working in a 3PL, transportation, logistics, distribution, or supply chain environment.

Travel & Work Environment
  • Hybrid work arrangement.
  • Preferred proximity to McKesson distribution centers in Louisville, Shepherdsville, Erlanger, or Mason.
  • Occasional travel to distribution centers, carrier locations, and business meetings as needed.
  • Ability to participate in on-site operational reviews and cross-functional business meetings.


We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$88,900 - $148,100

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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