Logistics Specialist

Payrate: $42.00 - $42.00/hr. Summary: The main function of a logistics specialist is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical logistics specialist is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc. Responsibilities: Serve as a liaison between 3PL, 4PL, carriers, and company entities. Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports and KPIs to ensure operational excellence. Produce and distribute department reports to various groups and stakeholders within the supply chain network. Provide shipment status to various business units within the company. Download and analyze shipping data from TMS and WMS to identify in-transit status. Upload documents (POD) to TMS and NERP. Maintain daily communication with 3PL, 4PL, and carriers to ensure on-time delivery. Identify trends and issues that can adversely affect on-time IOD/POD collection. Review and approve documents, materials, and products, and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications. Review and approve documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities. Confer with department supervisors and other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes. Revise production schedule when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, or other interruptions. Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments. Confer with establishment personnel, vendors, and customers to coordinate production and shipping activities and resolve complaints or eliminate delays. Payrate: $42.00 - $42.00/hr. Summary: The main function of a logistics specialist is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. A typical logistics specialist is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc. Responsibilities: Serve as a liaison between 3PL, 4PL, carriers, and company entities. Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports and KPIs to ensure operational excellence. Produce and distribute department reports to various groups and stakeholders within the supply chain network. Provide shipment status to various business units within the company. Download and analyze shipping data from TMS and WMS to identify in-transit status. Confirm deliveries (IOD) to TMS. Upload documents (POD) to TMS and NERP. Maintain daily communication with 3PL, 4PL, and carriers to ensure on-time delivery. Identify trends and issues that can adversely affect on-time IOD/POD collection. Review and approve documents, materials, and products, and monitor work processes to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications. Review and approve documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities. Confer with department supervisors and other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes. Revise production schedule when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, or other interruptions. Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments. Confer with establishment personnel, vendors, and customers to coordinate production and shipping activities and resolve complaints or eliminate delays. Qualifications: B.A. or B.S. with at least 5 to 7 years of relevant logistics experience. High school diploma or GED required. 8-10 years related experience required. Proficient Excel skills (extract data, V-LOOKUP, advanced formulas, pivot tables, etc.). System knowledge of SAP and TMS preferred. Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills including written, verbal, and active listening. Strong time management skills, ability to multi-task, prioritize, and actively follow up. Excellent problem-solving, decision making, detail-oriented, and analytical skills. Ability to support weekend, holidays, and overtime requirements as needed. Ability to travel as needed. Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Strong ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor, and materials. Strong ability to accurately document and record customer/client information. Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback. Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production. #J-18808-Ljbffr