Analyst, Freight Cost Auditing

The role

You will ensure cost transparency and financial accuracy by auditing and validating freight invoices from carriers and logistics providers. You will also drive automation initiatives and develop standardized processes to support the growing supply chain.

What you will do

• Audit and validate freight invoices against contracted rates and shipment records
• Investigate discrepancies to prevent overpayments and billing errors
• Ensure freight charges comply with contractual agreements and company policies
• Develop, document, and improve freight audit processes
• Identify opportunities for process automation and AI-driven solutions
• Represent business requirements for freight audit within TMS and ERP systems
• Perform root cause analysis for invoice discrepancies and payment exceptions
• Maintain key performance indicators related to freight audit and compliance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and financial controls

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or equivalent relevant work experience
• 2+ years of professional experience in freight cost auditing, transportation finance, freight payment, logistics operations, accounts payable, or transportation management
• Practical experience auditing freight invoices across FTL, LTL, expedited, intermodal, parcel, air freight, and ocean transportation
• Professional experience analyzing transportation contracts, carrier tariffs, rate agreements, fuel surcharge programs, and accessorial charges
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, freight payment solutions, and reporting tools
• Practical experience resolving freight invoice discrepancies, duplicate payments, and carrier billing disputes
• Experience developing and implementing process improvements, internal controls, and standard operating procedures
• Strong understanding of transportation industry practices, freight billing structures, and financial controls
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice to have

• Experience within a North American Automotive OEM, Tier 1 supplier, logistics service provider, or freight audit provider
• Experience with SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM), SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business Network, or similar platforms

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO
• 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Before you apply

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City

About the company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand electrifying and digitizing a legacy of rugged SUVs and trucks. The company empowers inclusive and entrepreneurial teams to innovate and shape the future of transportation.