Logistics Specialist

Position Summary:

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the smooth flow of finished goods from production to customer delivery. This position plays a key role in managing inventory, coordinating transportation, verifying sales orders, and serving as a critical liaison between internal departments and external customers. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in dynamic environments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate records of finished goods inventory.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and logistics teams to reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stock shortages and ensure alignment with demand planning.
• Generate and review inventory reports for internal stakeholders, focusing on aging inventory, inventory cycles, stocking levels, and inventory accuracy.
• Manage and execute cycle counts for all raw materials.
• Assist in receiving raw materials and packaging by utilizing the ERP system to receive items and handle COAs.
• Logistics Specialist will coordinate with the MSE engineering team for better pallet and roll utilization for trailer capacity planning.

2. Transportation Communication

• Coordinate with Customer Success to build loads, set appointment times, and manage the transportation planning report to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries.
• Work with quality and production teams to track finished goods and to ensure all materials are on-time for delivery.
• Collaborate with carriers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to optimize shipping efficiency and cost.
• Track shipments and proactively address any transportation delays or issues.

3. Internal Transportation Coordination

• Facilitate movement of goods between internal facilities or departments as needed.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, and planning teams to align transportation schedules with operational needs.
• Ensure proper documentation and tracking for all internal transfers.

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or inventory coordination.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and transportation processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in logistics software (e.g., ERP systems, TMS, Excel, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Working Environment:

This position typically operates in an office environment, with some time spent in warehouses or production areas.  The ability to drive a forklift truck and to navigate in close working spaces. Occasional travel may be required for site visits or vendor meetings.

Position Type & Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and general hours of work are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position may require overtime or working on a weekend or holiday.  Logistics Specialists are required to participate in monthly inventory on the first day (1^st) of each month, regardless of the day of the week or of designated holidays.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodation can be made for Qualified ADA disabilities if they assist in enabling the employee to perform the essential functions and duties of this position.

MSE is an equal-opportunity employer. We want applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.