Application Support Specialist

SEKO Logistics•Schaumburg, IL

1d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

About SEKO SEKO started out in business in 1976, operating out of a single Chicago office. Since then, we have built a solid reputation throughout the world as an innovative and flexible provider of first-class logistics services. We provide complete Supply Chain Solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. We also lead the industry with innovative and customizable IT solutions, which provide a seamless flow of information and give our growing customer base true supply chain visibility. With over 120 offices in 40 countries worldwide, our unique shareholder management model enables you to benefit from Global implementation experience and expertise across all industry sectors, coupled with vital in-country knowledge and service at the local level. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE: Responsible for ensuring all standards are consistent globally, where necessary aligning with international colleagues to ensure no quality gaps in service As the primary liaison for the business on applications and processes, is expected to be comfortable with every new feature and application being implemented, and serve as the main point of contact for the same With support from the Technical Delivery team lead operational deployment efforts for new or updated features / applications / processes Assist with scripting test documentation based on the business needs and technical solutions, as well sufficient understanding of the processes to document regression tests for future deployments Support leadership in change management activities Identify, manage, and mitigate risks for a given change or deployment Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and optimization, and where appropriate work with the Technical Delivery team to realize enhancements rapidly and effectively Document changes to processes and procedures as they arise and ensure change logs are maintained Assist in the development and monitoring of audit systems required for ensuring deployments are successful, or identifying problems before they become endemic Comply with the Quality and Governance framework for project management, deployment and closure Manage offshore resource in support of system administrative tasks, including defining standard procedures and monitoring performance thereof Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace. Comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures. Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations. Other duties as assigned by management. REQUIREMENTS: Ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and achieve goals on time. Ability to work independently with general guidance. Ability to work with cross-functional teams and lead projects in coordinating work of others. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with strategic partners, operational teams, internal technical resources, and executive leadership Ability to make presentations to internal and external audiences Excellent data collection and qualitative and quantitative analytical skills with ability to perform analysis of trends and formulate action plans to improve results Able to travel as needed domestically EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in business, information technology or related field or equivalent experience 5 Years in a freight forwarding operations and/or product management Experience working with CargoWise One Experience of training and implementation of new systems, applications, or processes SPECIALIST CERTIFICATIONS: Preferred CargoWise Certified Professional Compensation and Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only). Compensation $80,000 - $90,000 SEKO Logistics is proud to be 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, disability or veteran status. Benefits Designed with You in Mind: At SEKO Logistics, we are committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability (eligibility requirements apply). Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account (IL only), Flexible Spendings Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Accident, Critical Illness and hospital indemnity program, Life Insurance, AD&D, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program) Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave) Retirement Benefits: Contributory Savings Plan (401k). SEKO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. SEKO is a client centric company, so it's essential that all of our employees have a customer service ethic which drives everything they do, on top of their individual skill sets. To ensure we retain our position at the forefront of this exciting and rapidly developing industry, we want to find new people to work with us, who understand our five Core Values and want to share in the future success of the business. SEKO'S CORE VALUES Respect - for ourselves, all others, and our community Client Focus - we are in business to serve our internal and external clients, and to satisfy their needs Integrity - no compromise, hold self accountable for actions Teamwork - we need to really work together Fun - work hard, play hard We have many positions available around the world - including Business Development Executives, Systems Administrators, Operations Coordinators and many others.

Requirements

Ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and achieve goals on time.
Ability to work independently with general guidance.
Ability to work with cross-functional teams and lead projects in coordinating work of others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with strategic partners, operational teams, internal technical resources, and executive leadership
Ability to make presentations to internal and external audiences
Excellent data collection and qualitative and quantitative analytical skills with ability to perform analysis of trends and formulate action plans to improve results
Able to travel as needed domestically
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in business, information technology or related field or equivalent experience
5 Years in a freight forwarding operations and/or product management
Experience working with CargoWise One
Experience of training and implementation of new systems, applications, or processes

Nice To Haves

Preferred CargoWise Certified Professional

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring all standards are consistent globally, where necessary aligning with international colleagues to ensure no quality gaps in service
As the primary liaison for the business on applications and processes, is expected to be comfortable with every new feature and application being implemented, and serve as the main point of contact for the same
With support from the Technical Delivery team lead operational deployment efforts for new or updated features / applications / processes
Assist with scripting test documentation based on the business needs and technical solutions, as well sufficient understanding of the processes to document regression tests for future deployments
Support leadership in change management activities
Identify, manage, and mitigate risks for a given change or deployment
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and optimization, and where appropriate work with the Technical Delivery team to realize enhancements rapidly and effectively
Document changes to processes and procedures as they arise and ensure change logs are maintained
Assist in the development and monitoring of audit systems required for ensuring deployments are successful, or identifying problems before they become endemic
Comply with the Quality and Governance framework for project management, deployment and closure
Manage offshore resource in support of system administrative tasks, including defining standard procedures and monitoring performance thereof
Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
Comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
Co-operate with management in its fulfilment of its legislative obligations.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Medical (including prescription coverage)
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account (IL only)
Flexible Spendings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Accident
Group Accident
Critical Illness and hospital indemnity program
Life Insurance
AD&D
Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays
Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required)
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave)
Contributory Savings Plan (401k).