What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist position at Genesis Technical Staffing, Inc.?
The Logistics Specialist is responsible to manage and coordinate the domestic or international movement of assets, products, and materials upon the request of the Business Line. They optimize equipment utilization, select the most cost-effective routings and MoTs and plan / book these shipments with approved carriers and 3PLs, comply with the selection of preferred contracted carriers or internal fleet, and secure delivery as per the established service level.Be the BL's logistics focal point for their logistics movements.Validate transport requests and required delivery dates for a defined geographic region or lane(s) to achieve on-time delivery.Prepare equipment load plans per planning standard operating procedures to maximize rental and call-out equipment utilization.Leverage planning and use rate checker tools to achieve competitive costs by applying preferred contracted rates.Plan effective shipment/truck routings, leverage consolidation/cargo optimization, and maximize backload opportunities to drive down costs where possible.Monitor shipment execution, track shipment movements and manage deviations with our logistics suppliers while keep internal stakeholders updated.Manage weekly fixed schedules and regional milk runs.Issue work orders before each move with associated cost approvals.Identify logistics network improvement projects or opportunities.Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations.Monitor cargo moves status and performances and investigates deviations.Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early warning signs of deviation are detected.Assess carrier performance with respect to on-time delivery and on-time pickup.Manage international or domestic logistics movements ensuring compliance with company policies and processes as well as local regulations including but not limited to finance, personnel, LTC guidelines and QHSE.Ensure proper storage of electronic documents in the system.Act as the interface with the Import/Export Teams and assure smooth communication flow between parties.Participate in the performance analysis meeting.Monitor and capture logistics milestone data in the business system.Report any deviation in QUEST and follow up on action plan to ensure continuous improvement on service quality.Obtain the necessary freight cost approval from the Business line representatives and shortlist offers from Freight Forwarders in the bidding system.Logistics Specialist can report into a Logistics Manager or Logistics Supervisor at GeoUnit or SCC (LCT or DSC) based on the specific location of the role.Skills Required:Forklift / Overhead Crane / Break out machine operations – training can be provided if no prior experience with Overhead crane / Break out machineLogistics experience with ability to load / unload trucksComputer proficiency to maintain records and update business systemsShift / Schedule: Staggered shift with 3 people: On call every 3 weeks. Rotation 2-3 weeks. Std shift of 8 hrs / day (overtime as applicable). Part of team of 3 with each person available on call after hrs or cover weekend calls as per rotation. Local candidates with ability to reach shop on call for after hrs / weekend coverage.Company DescriptionAt Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.Genesis Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Genesis Staffing and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://gtstaffing.com/privacy-policy/
Salary : $18 - $19