Logistics Specialist

Logistics Specialist Encadria Staffing Solutions is assisting KBX Logistics to fill a Logistics Specialist role in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This is a temporary to hire role starting at $23/hr! Schedule: The hours are 7:30AM-4PM, Monday - Friday Site Address: 1919 S. Broadway In this position, you will manage the transportation process. You will own the planning of the freight going in and out of specific plants, mills, and distribution centers for our customers. What You Will Do Manage the transportation process for specific plants, mills, distribution centers or for customer accounts requiring specialized equipment Ensure carrier resources at locations have the necessary transportation equipment and by proactively detecting gaps that could cause loading problems Build and sustain mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external customers, teammates, and carriers. Use data to identify market trends that enable successful negotiations of spot quotes and improved costs and service Resolve unplanned events with carriers which could include: time delivery days, accessorial changes, etc. Ensure and be a steward of compliance to all State and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations Proactive utilization of systems, artificial intelligence, and tools to manage cost, service, and capacity driving long term efficiencies in value Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Experience using Microsoft Office programs for communication and using spreadsheets Experience providing customer service and conflict resolution What Will Put You Ahead Experience dispatching or planning in the Transportation/Logistics industry Experience with logistics or supply chain management software Experience collaborating across departments to optimize supply chain processes Experience communicating with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders Experience analyzing data to drive work optimization and opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf #J-18808-Ljbffr