What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist position at TAKEUCHI MFG U S LTD?
Logistics Specialist
Position Summary: The Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the transportation process to ensure the efficient movement of goods. This role is a self-driven role, to give guidance and initiative to optimize logistics efficiency and effectiveness. This will involve overseeing transportation and collaborating with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supply Chain Coordination:
- Collaborate with suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to ensure seamless logistics processes.
- Transportation Management:
- Plan and coordinate shipments, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
- Optimize transportation routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Negotiate terms, services and pricing.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Prepare and manage shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and compliance paperwork.
- Monitor, interpret and ensure compliance with logistics-related regulations (e.g., customs, transportation, safety) and company policies.
- Perform required clerical work and maintain accurate records.
- Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Analyze logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, risk, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare reports on logistics performance metrics for management review.
- Problem Solving:
- Take initiate to address and resolve logistics-related issues, including shipment delays, damage, and discrepancies.
- Act as a point of contact for any logistics inquiries from suppliers or internal teams.
- Process Improvement:
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to logistics compliance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in logistics management.
- Self-Starter, Goal-oriented, energetic and goal-focused.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
- Knowledge of international shipping regulations and practices.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions:
- Primarily office based.
- May require extended hours during peak seasons or project deadlines.
Compensation:
- Target salary range: $50,000 - $56,000/Annual
Takeuchi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Salary : $50,000 - $56,000