Global Transportation & Logistics Specialist

Global Freight and Logistics Specialist / career-maker opportunity, amazing organization!! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jillian Morgan Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year A bit about us: We are a growing, globally recognized organization that designs and delivers innovative products to customers around the world. As our international business continues to expand, we're investing in strengthening our global supply chain and transportation operations. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving logistics processes, partnering with cross-functional teams, and ensuring products reach customers efficiently and on time. You'll join a collaborative team where initiative is valued, continuous improvement is encouraged, and your work will have a direct impact on the success of the business. Location This is a hybrid position requiring time at two Southern California facilities each week. Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel between locations. Why join us? Why Join Us High-impact role with global visibility Opportunity to own and improve freight operations Collaborative, growth-focused environment Exposure to international logistics strategy and vendor management Clear path for long-term career growth within supply chain/logistics Competitive compensation (salary range does not include bonus) Job Details We're hiring a Global Freight & Logistics Specialist to own the day-to-day execution of domestic and international freight operations. This is a highly visible, hands-on individual contributor role supporting a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment. You'll coordinate shipments across ocean, air, ground, and parcel carriers while partnering with internal teams and logistics providers to ensure products move efficiently throughout North America and internationally. If you enjoy solving complex logistics challenges, improving processes, and making a direct impact on daily operations, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Be Doing Global Freight Execution Coordinate domestic and international shipments across ocean, air, ground, parcel, LTL, and FTL transportation Manage a high volume of outbound shipments while supporting inbound freight activities Track shipments from origin through delivery, proactively resolving transportation issues and delays Partner with internal teams to ensure products ship accurately and on time Monitor carrier performance and communicate shipment updates to key stakeholders Vendor & Carrier Management Serve as the primary point of contact for transportation providers, freight forwarders, and logistics • partners Support carrier selection, routing decisions, and freight cost management Build strong relationships with logistics vendors to ensure high service levels Operations & Compliance Prepare and review shipping documentation including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, customs documentation, and export paperwork Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations Audit freight invoices and resolve billing discrepancies Maintain accurate shipment records within ERP and logistics systems Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve transportation costs, transit times, and operational efficiency Help develop and refine logistics processes and standard operating procedures Track logistics performance metrics and recommend improvements What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 3+ years of experience in global freight, logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations Hands-on experience coordinating domestic and international shipments Experience with ocean, air, ground, parcel, LTL, and/or FTL transportation Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders, or third-party logistics providers Knowledge of import/export processes, shipping documentation, and Incoterms Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience using ERP, TMS, WMS, or other logistics systems Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, or product-based organizations Customer-side logistics experience Experience improving freight costs, routing, or transportation efficiency SOP development or continuous process improvement experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Interested in hearing more? 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