Logistics Specialist
Company: The Scoular Company
Location: Omaha
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
The Logistics Specialist has primary responsibility for
accurately and independently leading and executing the logistics
needs of the business (both domestic and/or international). - The
Logistics Specialist will support the merchandising and sales teams
and oversee the purchase and sales contract management process. -
This role will be in communication with suppliers and end users to
make sure their needs are being met from a freight perspective. -
The Logistics Specialist is responsible for the inbound and
outbound shipment schedules, while focusing on various
transportation and logistics options to execute shipments per
contractual obligations and ensuring the proper documentation
retrieval. Responsible for providing optimal transportation
solutions by evaluating freight rates and services from various
freight partners. - The Logistics Specialist will lead the freight
execution throughout the supply chain by staying in daily contact
with the internal stakeholders, suppliers, warehouses, freight
providers, and other service providers in the supply chain.Manage
inbound and outbound domestic and/or international shipments. -
Communicate continuously with all stakeholders in the supply chain
ensuring smooth and on time delivery. -Promptly address and resolve
all unexpected transportation related issues in the supply chain,
engaging the help of teammates where necessary. Ensure disruptions
to logistics are anticipated and reacted to with insight, resolve,
and leadership.Execute logistics for the business through daily
communication with the Manager and other internal and external
stakeholders. - Lead the overall supply chain process to ensure
that sales contracts are filled on time and according to terms.
Plan, negotiate costs, execute, and track activity in Scoular's
applicable transportation system. Identify opportunities for better
utilization of transportation with focus on continuous improvement
such as freight cost savings and work with Manager to implement
savings while maintaining high level of service. - Focus on long
term strategic sourcing and relationship management with customers,
vendors, service providers, etc.Track relevant metrics, key
performance indicators prescribed by manager with focus on
identifying efficiencies.Responsible for auditing all origin and
destination demurrage and detention claims, taking the lead to
acquire all necessary information to convey to Merchandisers, sales
and/or Logistics Manager.About You -Four year degree in supply
chain/logistics/related field or equivalent industry
experience.Strong problem-solving skills. Excellent customer
service skills.Ability to organize and prioritize multiple
tasks.Ability to research, problem solve, take initiative, and lead
within set parameters.Team oriented leadership skills Proven
ability to adapt and manage effectively in fast paced changing
environment Team oriented leadership skills Ability to multi-task,
prioritize work flow and complete tasks with a high level of
organization, responsibility, and efficiency. Knowledge in domestic
transportation industry and understanding of freight spreads.
RequirementsMinimum -Four year degree in supply
chain/logistics/related field or equivalent industry
experience.Strong problem-solving skills. Excellent customer
service skills.Ability to organize and prioritize multiple
tasks.Ability to research, problem solve, take initiative, and lead
within set parameters.Team oriented leadership skills Proven
ability to adapt and manage effectively in fast paced changing
environment Team oriented leadership skills Ability to multi-task,
prioritize work flow and complete tasks with a high level of
organization, responsibility, and efficiency. Knowledge in domestic
transportation industry and understanding of freight spreads.
Keywords: The Scoular Company, Omaha , Logistics Specialist, Professions , Omaha, Nebraska
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