Work Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday
Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Primary Role: Support the Global Logistics Manager and Logistics Team in executing transportation for the business worldwide and to customers.
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
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1.Transportation Management:
Manage efficient flow of goods, both inbound and outbound, via various modes including ocean, air freight, parcel, less than truckload (LTL), and truckload carriers.
Oversee all domestic freight transportation.
Ensure compliance with shipping guides for vendors and carriers, taking corrective action when necessary.
Collaborate with distribution center management to optimize transportation operational efficiency.
2.Customer Service Support:
Assist with customer inquiries, shipment tracking, and exception handling.
Support processes to minimize customer chargebacks.
3.Carrier Relations and Cost Management:
Participate in scheduled requests for proposal (RFPs) for carriers across all transportation modes.
Assist in rate negotiations to secure optimal pricing while maintaining high service levels.
Conduct post-RFP analysis, comparing new costs to benchmarks for budgeting purposes.
4.Compliance and Safety:
Ensure compliance in transporting hazardous materials.
5.Systems and Process Improvement:
Work with the Transportation Management System (TMS)
Recommend and implement TMS process changes to support business needs.
Manage the auditing, processing, and payment of transportation carrier invoices.
6.Analysis and Optimization:
Participate in business support projects by providing transportation analysis, offering options, and tracking results.
Identify opportunities to reduce costs and/or improve customer service.
Collaborate with relevant parties to implement process changes and track outcomes.
7.Innovation and Evaluation:
Evaluate and recommend new transportation carriers and processes.
Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
Experience using Transportation Management software a plus
Experience using SAP a plus
Hazmat certification is a plus
Education:
Associate
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
College degree and/or a proven track record of progressive experience in a Logistics or Supply Chain role.
Excellent analytical and data analysis skills.
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within deadlines.
This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of the company and their global logistics operations, working closely with various departments and external partners to optimize transportation processes and costs. If you feel you have the required skill levels, work experience and knowledge to be successful in this role, go to www.spherion.com/apply/75102 to complete an online application and submit your resume. For more details, please call (217) 359-4488.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).