Logistics Specialist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage freight RFPs, negotiations, and vendor selection processes. Analyze all aspects of corporate logistics to determine the most cost-effective and efficient means of transporting products or supplies. Evaluate and make decisions on optimal transportation modes, routing, equipment, and frequency. Assemble service metrics reports for distributors and carriers. Evaluate the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers. Design models for evaluating logistics programs and services. Create and implement policies and procedures for logistics activities. Consult with key department leaders to support continuity of supply during emergency scenarios. Negotiate transportation rates, terms, and services. Establish and monitor specific supply chain‑based performance measurement systems. Resolve issues and implement solutions related to transportation, logistics systems, imports, exports, and customer concerns. Assess and monitor product import and export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, and training and safety records. Implement customer‑specific requirements, such as internal reporting and customized transportation metrics. Participate in carrier management processes, such as selection, qualification, and performance evaluation. Ensure carrier compliance with company policies and procedures for product transit and delivery. Communicate freight transportation information to customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders using transportation management systems, electronic logistics marketplaces, or freight information systems to improve efficiency, speed, and service quality. Develop plans and set goals to reduce carbon emissions associated with storage and transport activities. Qualifications Guidelines Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. In‑depth knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits of each. Minimum of five years of transportation experience required. Strong analytical, reporting, and computer skills required. Ability to work accurately, manage competing priorities, and respond to business needs in a timely manner. Language Ability: Excellent verbal and written skills are necessary. Math Ability: This position requires excellent business math skills. Reasoning Ability: The position requires pragmatic analysis, problem‑solving abilities, and the ability to exercise sound judgement. Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with Arrowstream or other inventory, contract management, or spend management software preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands: This position primarily requires working in an office environment and using a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment for extended periods. It may require prolonged periods of sitting and may occasionally require standing, walking, reaching, grasping, handling objects, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Travel may be required for up to 30% of the time. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr