Business Analyst

This entry-level business operations specialist role focuses on supporting transportation operations within a supply chain organization at a manufacturing facility. You maintain and optimize vendor relationships, analyze inbound transportation, and act as a business analyst for non-IT projects. You help manage project goals, deadlines, metrics, and budgets while supporting both domestic and international freight activities. The position offers an excellent starting point for a career in logistics, transportation, and supply chain, with opportunities to collaborate across business units and contribute to meaningful, visible work.

Responsibilities

• Act as a business analyst for non-IT projects, supporting business operations above an administrative level and below a management level.
• Establish and maintain effective communication services across business units and between project teams and the broader organization.
• Maintain organized storage and retrieval systems for all project communications, data, and business metrics.
• Review contracts, cost proposals, and contract supplements to support sound business and financial decisions.
• Set up project structures and work breakdown structures to support clear planning and execution.
• Establish, document, and continuously improve business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
• Track project budgets and expenditures, and monitor transaction controls and costs against approved budgets.
• Analyze and track inbound transportation activities to ensure materials arrive on time and in full.
• Work closely with carriers to resolve transportation issues and exceptions in a timely manner.
• Use SAP and other applications to generate, review, and interpret transportation and logistics reports.
• Assist supply chain and logistics teams to move, track, and trace materials from suppliers to the manufacturing facility to meet desired delivery dates and times.
• Support transportation operations for both domestic and international freight, including Track & Trace monitoring and transportation reporting.
• Collaborate with the logistics team to support inbound dock scheduling and execution.
• Apply accounting and mathematical principles to support cost tracking, revenue projection, and expense management.
• Analyze business trends and help project future revenues and expenses related to transportation and supply chain activities.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly across teams and business units.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy in data, reporting, and documentation.
• Customer service orientation and strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams, vendors, and carriers.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage one’s time effectively.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to daily work, including cost tracking and basic financial analysis.
• Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• General proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in business management, economics, finance, human resources, or a relevant field.
• 0–2 years of related experience; internships count toward this requirement.

• Experience with ERP systems, with SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Exposure to or interest in procurement, purchasing, logistics, and supply chain operations.
• Understanding of basic finance concepts, revenue, and expense management in a business context.
• Demonstrated time management skills in a fast-paced or project-driven environment.
• Interest in building a long-term career in logistics, transportation, and supply chain within a large manufacturing environment.

You work on-site at a manufacturing facility within a supply chain and transportation-focused environment. The role involves close collaboration with logistics, procurement, and other business teams, as well as regular interaction with carriers and external partners. You use tools such as SAP, ERP systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel and Word) to manage data, reporting, and daily operations. The work centers on inbound transportation, dock scheduling support, and both domestic and international freight activities, requiring consistent attention to detail and responsiveness to changing priorities. The environment supports professional growth, continuous learning, and collaboration with experienced professionals on projects that have real impact on operations and customers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.