Overview
Transportation Control Tower Analyst (Ocean) Jobs in Franklin, TN at Integration International Inc.
Title: Transportation Control Tower Analyst (Ocean)
Company: Integration International Inc.
Location: Franklin, TN
Job Details:
Job Title: Transportation Control Tower Analyst – Ocean
Location: Franklin, TN 37067
Pay Rate: $40-$43/hour (W2 – No Benefits)
Duration: 12 Months
Work Schedule: 1st Shift
Schedule: On-site for the first month of training, transition to a hybrid schedule after
Join a Global Logistics Team Driving Ocean Freight Excellence
We are seeking an experienced and analytical Transportation Control Tower Analyst – Ocean to support and optimize global ocean freight operations across international import and export flows. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring end-to-end shipment visibility, proactive exception management, and seamless coordination across carriers, ports, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders.
If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and have strong ocean freight expertise, we want to hear from you.
Must have hands-on Ocean Freight experience to be considered for this role.
What You’ll Do:
Manage Global Ocean Freight Operations:
- Monitor international ocean shipments (FCL & LCL) from origin to final inland delivery.
- Track vessel schedules, port congestion, rollovers, ETA changes, and capacity constraints.
- Coordinate drayage, intermodal movements, and inland transportation activities.
- Resolve shipment disruptions, including customs holds, missed sailings, demurrage, and detention.
Coordinate Across Carriers & Logistics Partners:
- Act as the primary liaison between ocean carriers, NVOCCs, freight forwarders, port terminals, and drayage providers.
- Monitor carrier performance metrics, including transit reliability and on-time delivery.
- Support carrier allocation and service lane optimization strategies.
Drive Visibility Through Analytics:
- Analyze transportation data to identify trends, risks, and operational improvements.
- Build dashboards and KPI reporting using Power BI or Tableau.
- Provide leadership with actionable insights to improve performance and efficiency.
Lead Exception Management & Resolution:
- Manage shipment issues through a control tower case management framework.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Communicate impacts, escalations, and recovery plans to stakeholders.
Support Cost Optimization & Compliance:
- Identify opportunities to reduce freight and accessorial costs.
- Review and dispute demurrage and detention charges.
- Ensure compliance with international shipping and customs regulations.
- Validate Bills of Lading and shipping documentation accuracy.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong ocean freight and international transportation experience.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with TMS platforms, control tower systems, and BI tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving global supply chain environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Global transportation control tower experience.
- Knowledge of demurrage and detention management.
- APICS or CSCMP certification.
- Advanced Power BI or Tableau expertise.
This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic logistics operation where your expertise will directly impact global transportation performance, visibility, and customer success.
