Logistics Specialist

Logistics Specialist

The Company: Kinter is a family business obsessed with making retail display hardware easier for our customers. We've been manufacturing and distributing retail display hardware for over 40 years. Our approach to business is simple — treat each other and our customers like family.

Summary/Objective: The Logistics Specialist supports the needs of the business by overseeing the coordination of inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners, this role optimizes operations efficiencies and enhances overall business performance. Individuals with experience in logistics management and supply chain coordination would excel in this role. The pay range for this role is fixed at $50,000 to $60,000, commensurate with experience. Candidates with strong, relevant experience may be offered salaries toward the higher end of the range, while those earlier in their careers can expect offers aligned with the entry level of the range.

Essential Functions:

• Schedule all outbound LTL and TL shipments in conjunction with the customers' needs and Kinter's operational requirements.
• Act as a liaison between vendors, purchasing, and transportation partners to coordinate all inbound freight shipments to ensure all deliveries are received on time and at the correct location.
• Manage importation of products and materials by working with our 3PLs and Supply Chain Solutions providers to meet service level expectations.
• Coordinate import and export related tasks in compliance with US Customs laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with team members, internal customers, and external partners to actively lead and support cross functional initiatives to drive improved overall business performance.
• Maintain a working relationship with FedEx, UPS, and other carriers to increase operational efficiencies, reduce response time when issues arise, keep all freight software systems up to date, etc.
• Submit claims for damage or loss and follow the process until the claim is finalized.
• Provide necessary/relevant information to the accounting department to ensure the payment process is accurate, seamless, and completed within the vendors required terms.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Preferred Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma required
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior customer service and/or logistics experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in a distribution, warehouse, or light manufacturing environment is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to make repetitive movements, including moving of the wrists and/or fingers, bending, or squatting.

Work Environment:

• This position will work indoors in a temperature-controlled environment with periods of time in a high-activity warehouse with a moderate noise-level.

Travel:

• None

The Location: Kinter is located on the outskirts of Waukegan, just minutes from Gurnee and Wadsworth. Office and warehouses are located off IL Route 41, which makes the commute easy from surrounding towns.

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a dedicated, family-owned business with a proven track record of success and a deep commitment to its employees.
• Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance—100% covered for the employee by Kinter, with no payroll deductions.
• Secure your future with our fully employer-funded pension plan (contributions start after 1 year, fully vested after 5 years, with no deductions from your paycheck).
• Unlock long-term growth potential and opportunities to advance within the company.