Logistics Specialist

Title: Logistics Specialist Location: Independence, MO Salary: $67,800-80,700 Schedule: 9/80 schedule Focus: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Logistics Specialist to join our team. The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and managing the efficient movement of goods, materials, and products. This role involves scheduling shipments, preparing shipping documents, tracking shipments, and ensuring compliance with shipping regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of transportation logistics, and a customer-focused mindset. Logistics Specialist Essential Job Functions: Schedules shipments and selects transportation services for materials and products, prioritizing cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Calculates international export, domestic freight rates, and other shipping charges, consulting rate tables and tariff regulations. Reviews shipping bills, classifies freight according to rate books, and ensures proper documentation based on the nature of the shipment. Tracks shipments, handles urgent rerouting or special deliveries, and calculates additional charges such as storage or redelivery. Prepares shipping documents for hazardous or oversized items, ensuring compliance with regulations based on hazard class and shipping requirements. Logistics Specialist Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent 2 years working in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment preferred. Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office, with demonstrated Excel proficiency. Strong self-starter with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business results. Demonstrated customer service skills. Ability to understand and apply complex government shipping regulations, with a team-oriented and positive attitude Location-Specific Requirements: Must have a valid US Driver’s License. This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls if required. This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. Strong Careers Grow Here Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement. Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package. *Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university. Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kinsley Power Systems