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Transportation Analyst
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What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
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How old is it?
Posted 8d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-10-02). Last seen at its source 5h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 9 Oct 2026 (1 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 5 hours ago.
Is it remote?
Remote, United States
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Who may apply?
United States
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What the ad says
…remote within the United States, aligned with the Transportation team’s remote structure…
…Remote within the United States. 401(k) plan with company match…
Pay
$70.5k–89k/yr
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Greenhouse employer's own board first seen 1d ago · last seen 5h ago
The listing
Why Work at SMA America
Power the future. Build your career at SMA America.
As the U.S. subsidiary of SMA Solar Technology AG, we have been at the forefront of solar inverter technology since 1981, developing solutions that make photovoltaic power plants simpler, more reliable, safer, and more cost effective. Headquartered in Rocklin, California, SMA America has spent more than two decades helping homes, businesses, and utilities across the country generate clean, reliable power. We are the only inverter manufacturer in the world offering solutions for every system size, from residential rooftops to large scale utility plants, backed by more than 1,500 patents and a presence in over 190 countries.
Innovation is only part of the story. We invest in our people, create room to grow, challenge conventional thinking, and protect a culture where teammates genuinely care about each other and the work. We hire capable people and give them the space to do the job, with clear expectations, open door leadership, and real autonomy.
If you are passionate about driving positive change and want a career where you can take ownership of your work, we would love to meet you. Together, we are not just part of the energy transition, we are helping drive it forward.
Transportation Analyst
LOCATION AND WORK MODEL
This position is remote within the United States, aligned with the Transportation team’s remote structure. Core business hours are Pacific time.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis. SMA America does not offer employment visa sponsorship of any kind.
RECRUITMENT FRAUD NOTICE
All SMA America openings are posted on our official careers page and all recruiter communication comes from an @sma-america.com address. We never request payment, banking information, or a Social Security number during the recruitment process. If you are contacted about an SMA America role from a personal email account, or asked for any of the above, please forward the message to HRGeneralmailbox@sma-america.com.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Transportation Analyst supports the Manager of Transportation and the Manager of Planning, Purchasing and Logistics by managing shipment tracking and monitoring, in transit reporting, customs compliance, and shipment issue resolution. The role also maintains system data so rates and transit times stay accurate. This is an advanced individual contributor role and does not carry supervisory responsibility.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supports import and export documentation in line with customs regulations, laws and procedures.
- Ensures products comply with CBP regulations using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and the Code of Federal Regulations, and maintains HTS codes on all items in SAP.
- Requests and compiles import documentation, including customs invoices, certificates of origin and cargo control documents, and serves as liaison with government agencies.
- Validates customs broker invoices for payment approval and resolves invoice disputes.
- Manages Large Scale project shipments from import through delivery to site.
- Manages tasks and projects with a higher level of complexity.
- Enters shipments into the Transportation Management System, TMS, and maintains records of items transported.
- Tracks KPIs for bill of lading and label creation, and for freight quotes provided to the sales organization.
- Performs data analysis on transportation costs and services.
- Works closely with internal stakeholders, customers and carriers.
- Shares expertise and supports training for Transportation Coordinators and other SMA employees as needed.
- Stays current on changes to import and export laws and regulations.
- Other duties as may be required or assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience on either the carrier or shipper side.
- Working knowledge of all carrier modes, including air, parcel, ocean, full truckload, less than truckload and flatbed.
- Proven carrier management experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer service focus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience maintaining and using a TMS.
- Experience with SAP.
- Creative thinking, problem solving and organizational skills.
- A highly motivated self starter with strong time management skills.
Extent of responsibility: Regional.
WE OFFER
- Compensation: $70,500 to $89,000 per year, dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options.
- Work Model: Remote within the United States.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Our EEO Policy
We are an equal opportunity employer and we make our employment decisions on the basis of merit and without regard to one's race, color, creed, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity, religion, marital status, age (over 40), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (includes HIV/Aids), medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics), veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by law.
In accordance with applicable law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, SMA will attempt to reasonably accommodate qualified applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship on SMA. Any qualified applicant with a disability who believes he or she requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job for which he or she is applying should identify the accommodation(s) needed in the application.
Our Privacy Policy
During your job application or recruitment process with us: (a) SMA may collect your personal information directly from you, such as when you submit your application and resume on our online portal or when you have job interviews with us. We may also obtain your personal information from third parties, including but not limited to your former employers, background or employment check service providers or third-party recruiters; and, (b) SMA may use or process applicants' personal information for relevant purposes including but not limited to general communications with you, identity verification, background or employment checks, determination of eligibility, and making hiring decisions. For successful job applicants who become SMA's staff, we may retain and integrate your personal information collected during the recruitment process into your records at SMA.
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended including by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its implementing regulations (the "CCPA"). This Company Personnel and Covered Individuals Privacy Notice for California Residents issued by SMA is applicable to you and explains your CCPA rights and our collection, use or disclosure of your personal information.
If you have any question regarding our privacy policy, please contact us at US_DataPrivacy@sma-america.com