Senior Global Freight & Logistics Specialist - Construction

Senior Global Freight & Logistics Specialist - Construction

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead coordination of multi-modal transportation bookings and shipments, including standard freight and oversized loads, for domestic and international projects.
• Collaborate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure seamless cross-border logistics.
• Provide insights on shipping costs, logistics performance, and support management initiatives.
• Source, negotiate, and maintain agreements with transportation and logistics service providers.
• Assist with project planning by conducting transportation studies and obtaining budgetary pricing.
• Develop and optimize project-specific logistics plans to support schedules and cost-effective delivery of materials.
• Monitor shipments to ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Maintain clear communication with shippers, carriers, and consignees.
• Recommend and implement new or enhanced logistics systems and processes.
• Analyze carrier performance trends and implement cost-containment strategies.
• Conduct audits of freight invoices, resolve billing issues, and approve transportation service releases.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC processes, safety policies, and all company standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Logistics, or a related field with 7+ years of transportation and logistics management experience OR
• Associate degree with 9+ years of experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED with 11+ years of experience.
• Experience in transporting engineered or fabricated equipment for heavy industrial projects (oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, electrical transmission preferred).
• Strong understanding of transportation contracts, import/export compliance, and international freight logistics.
• Knowledge of CTL, HazMat, IATA, IMDG, DOT regulations, and Incoterms.
• Excellent multi-tasking, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to meet company driving requirements.