Logistics Specialist

Job Description and Duties:

- Coordinate transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments.

- Respond to customer and sales staff inquiries.

- Review shipping documents to ensure accuracy.

- Make special shipping arrangements, as necessary.

- Track and correct shipping errors.

- Prepare bills and invoices.

- Ensure that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.

- Coordinate and track supply chain operations through effective communication with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors.

- Keep organized logs and records of executed shipments.

- Plan and track shipments (including costs and timelines) according to customer and company requests.

- Use logistics IT to monitor and optimize shipping procedures.

- Prepare detailed, accurate reports for management support.

- Analyze logistics-related data and suggest improvements for efficiency.

- Know, follow, and enforce all safety standards, regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

- Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.

- Ability to prioritize tasks and work quickly and efficiently.

- Strong communication skills.

- Detail oriented.

- Experience with FedEx, UPS and LTL based shipping systems.

- Experience with international shipping and customs documentation.

- Experience with Microsoft Operating Systems.

- Experience with commercial carrier booking and regulations.

Experience

- Prefer at least 4 years of logistics experience in either manufacturing or distribution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person