Logistics Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Supply Chain Specialist

Theodore, AL

Direct Hire

$50-65k

 

Support the supply chain team in managing orders, tracking inventory, and coordinating with suppliers and logistics partners.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and track shipments from factories to domestic location
• Prepare and verify shipping documents, customs paperwork, and compliance records for international shipments
• Communicate with freight forwarders and internal teams to coordinate container direct / air shipments
• Analyze transportation costs and recommend cost-saving strategies
• Prepare and update supply chain reports, including delivery timelines and cost analyses
• Support the team in resolving supply chain issues quickly and effectively
• Maintain accurate inventory records and flag potential shortages or overstock situations
• Communicate with suppliers to coordinate domestic shipments
• Help implement process improvements to increase efficiency
• Assist in processing purchase orders and tracking their progress from supplier to delivery

 

Required Skills and Competencies

• 2+ years of experience in logistics and supply chain
• Understanding of supply chain processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP software
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills for working with vendors, carriers, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations is a plus.

Company Description

About Long's Human Resource Services

At Long’s, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve been serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties – and the entire Gulf Coast area – since 1948. With this experience, we bring unparalleled knowledge of the area markets, and this knowledge translates to the best possible job fit for companies and employees.

Company Description

About Long's Human Resource Services\r\n\r\nAt Long’s, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve been serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties – and the entire Gulf Coast area – since 1948. With this experience, we bring unparalleled knowledge of the area markets, and this knowledge translates to the best possible job fit for companies and employees.