Freight Specialist

White Cap Logistics PositionA position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.Job SummaryResponsible for providing information and solutions to management and associates on logistics related inquires.Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key AccountabilitiesAssesses shipping requirements and uses tools available, including but not limited to the Transportation Management System (TMS), to assign a proper freight carrier to orders.Maintains communication with internal company personnel and/or vendor personnel, and freight carriers as required to ensure accuracy on all shipments.Ensures transportation efficiency and that all loads are shipped according to compliance regulations and within timeframe.Addresses any freight carrier performance issues to ensure prompt freight pick-up and delivery.Transmits invoice files to A/P for processing and payment; audits matches and discrepancy resolution.Participates in developing and supporting strategies for identifying, selecting, quantifying, and maintaining relationships with vendors.Conducts research and analysis and assists with freight-related data gathering, policy development, network designation and project prioritization activities.Generates monthly trending on productivity, cost, service, savings, benchmarking, compliance, roll-out schedules and carrier metrics.Nature and ScopeDemonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.Work EnvironmentLocated in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time.Education and ExperienceTypically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.Preferred Qualifications2+ years of experience in transportation, preferably in a distribution or manufacturing sector.Some experience with Less-Than-Truckload and Truckload freightSpecialized skills training/certification may be required.Experience with TMS (MercuryGate TMS, JDA, LeanLogistics, Manhattan Associates) functionality and reporting (MercuryGate Edge).Experience with transportation management and 3rd party logistics providers. Experience in transportation markets, rates and capacities.Experience in freight audit and accounts payable.Good verbal and written communication skills, and basic computer skills.This is a hybrid position. Eligible candidates residing in the greater Atlanta area will be asked to work two days a week in our Doraville, GA Field Support Center.