This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter

The Senior Analyst for Freight Audit and Pay is responsible for leading the implementation and support of the global Baxter solution for Freight Audit and Pay

What you'll be doing

Lead implementation activities for the global Baxter solution for Freight Audit and Pay:

Coordinate carrier onboarding activities with the solution provider and regional Baxter transportation teams

Contribute to the definition of requirements, design, and business rules (i.e. cost allocations, audit rules, and tolerances) as the Transportation SME

Identify and address potential process gaps, such as invoice match processes, cost allocation, and spot quotes.

Coordinate end-to-end tests with Baxter users for regional deployments

Monitor implementation and maintain accountability for solution updates and progress

Establish and lead the global team responsible for Freight Audit and Pay support activities:

Manage exceptions, including disputes resolution, match invoice gaps, and cost allocation errors

Review performance using freight audit and pay metrics, such as carrier performance and recoveries

Initiate continuous improvement initiatives to reduce exception rates and improve performance metrics

Coordinate new carrier onboarding

Maintain master data, including business rules for cost allocation and rate cards updates

Standardize the use of reporting data from the Freight Audit and Pay solutions across regions

Oversee the legacy Freight Audit and Pay solution and eventual transition

What you'll bring

Bachelor’s Degree plus 5+ years of experience in a logistics role (operational and/or systems analyst)

Previous experience as System Analyst and/or Process SME with Freight Audit and Pay solution(s)

Excellent knowledge of the different transportation modes (OTR, Air, Ocean) and specific aspects related to rating and invoicing. 

Strong communication skills (with team, peers, external partners and upper management) 

Thinks strategically, innovates, and makes recommendations for improvement consistently

Analytical experience for solving complex problems with clear fact-based solutions

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent project management, communication, and analytical skills. Ability to document, plan, market and execute projects

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Proven ability to work on cross-functional, multi-cultural teams

Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced changing environment 

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.  

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 - $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for a long-term incentive . For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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