What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Associate position at LX Pantos Americas?
Who We Are
At LX Pantos America, we’re all about making logistics simple and reliable. We help move goods across the globe — whether it’s shipping, warehousing, or managing the entire supply chain. We work closely with LG and other leading global companies to support their logistics operations and deliver smart, reliable solutions every step of the way.
With offices and operations around the world, we’re growing fast — and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. At LX Pantos America, you’ll find a team that’s supportive, hard-working, and always up for a challenge. If you’re someone who’s ready to learn, contribute, and be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on board.
Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Logistics Associate to manage logistics operations, including transportation management, warehouse coordination, and logistics cost settlement.
Role Description: This position is responsible for overseeing the full process of receiving, documenting, and inspecting shipments, as well as arranging proper transportation to the final destination in accordance with client instructions. The role also requires accurate completion of documentation, timely updates in logistics systems, and overall management of daily inbound and outbound shipments. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing logistics cost settlement, including verifying billing accuracy, reconciling transportation and warehouse costs, and coordinating with vendors or carriers as needed. The role will also file claims with carriers for damaged and/or missing shipments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipments from origin to final destination, ensuring compliance with both domestic and overseas client requirements.
- Supervise transportation providers, including shipping status updates and damage/loss claims.
- Prepare and process all required export documentation accurately and in a timely manner – mostly to Canada.
- Obtain not only domestic freight, but also import/export quotations, negotiate freight rates, and manage carrier/vendor relationships.
- Oversee inter-warehouse transfers and reception of products, via WMS.
- File claims with carriers for damaged or missing shipments and track resolution.
- Schedule warehouse inventory audits, inspect damaged products, and manage disposal of expiring materials.
- Monitor daily warehouse reports and ensure system consistency across WMS and TMS.
- Provide training on WMS and TMS systems at warehouse locations as needed.
- Manage logistics cost settlement processes, including verification of freight and warehouse billing, reconciliation of monthly cost statements, and coordination with finance and vendor teams to ensure timely and accurate payments.
- Prepare monthly freight cost forecasts and support cost monitoring and saving initiatives for both transportation and warehouse operations.
- Assist RDCs with warehouse equipment and supply purchases.
- Ensure compliance with warehouse safety standards and monitor operational performance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Listed below are the minimum and/or desired qualifications of the position including education, work experience and knowledge & skills that are required to perform satisfactorily in the position:
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred but not required
- 1 to 2 years of relevant logistics or supply chain experience preferred
- Experience with ERP/SAP, TMS, and WMS preferred
- Other relevant logistics experience will be considered
Knowledge and Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of economics and accounting principles
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Complex problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Ability to manage financial resources effectively
- Strong time management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands:
- Position requires sitting at a desk and working on a computer for at least two-thirds of the time
- Position requires occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs
- Position requires regular and reliable attendance
- Position requires travel of up to 10%
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plan (100% Employer paid)
- 401K Plan w/ Employer Match
- Life Insurance Plan (100% Employer paid)
- Generous PTO, Paid Holiday, Floating Holiday
