Logistics and Materials Specialist

ITW•Tualatin, OR

19d•$70,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Logistics and Materials Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end flow of goods, optimizing transportation, storage, and inventory levels to ensure on-time delivery. They coordinate with vendors and operational departments, track shipments, maintain inventory records, and handle logistics software, focusing on cost-effective, safe transport, and compliance. Key requirements include proficiency in supply chain software, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of procurement. Salaried Pay Range: $70,000 - $75,000 Scope and Function: Coordinate with production staff and end customers to ensure on time and cost-effective delivery of goods Work with freight brokers and forwarders to find the most efficient and cost-effective method of shipping products (LTL, FTL, premium etc.) Coordinate with production operations to package and cube freight for most efficient trailer utilization Prepare necessary documentation for international shipments and arrange appropriate freight needs Coordinate freight with our 3rd party Canadian manufacturing partner Monthly reporting of shipment vs freight dollar efficiency Lead inventory planning and control processes. Analyze, verify, and rectify inventory counts and physical inventory as required. Alert management of out of stock or low stock levels as discovered. Foster, communicate, and exemplify the values of ITW; act with integrity and trust, operate with simplicity, treat everyone with respect, take shared risks. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Organizational skills
Proficiency in ERP software and MS office (Excel)
Analytical skills – Ability to define problems, collect date, establish facts, and draw conclusions as related to the job.
Verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Self-motivated and highly professional demeanor
Understanding of freight rates, schedules and tariffs
Team player with ability to communicate at all levels including external customers
Regular Full-time attendance is an essential function of this position
Ability Lifting up to 50 lbs.
Associate’s degree in business or related field – Minimum 3-5 years freight, logistics and transportation experience to include international shipping and trade compliance.
Prior experience in warehouse, logistics, or inventory management.

Nice To Haves

Freight brokerage or customs broker experience a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinate with production staff and end customers to ensure on time and cost-effective delivery of goods
Work with freight brokers and forwarders to find the most efficient and cost-effective method of shipping products (LTL, FTL, premium etc.)
Coordinate with production operations to package and cube freight for most efficient trailer utilization
Prepare necessary documentation for international shipments and arrange appropriate freight needs
Coordinate freight with our 3rd party Canadian manufacturing partner
Monthly reporting of shipment vs freight dollar efficiency
Lead inventory planning and control processes.
Analyze, verify, and rectify inventory counts and physical inventory as required.
Alert management of out of stock or low stock levels as discovered.
Foster, communicate, and exemplify the values of ITW; act with integrity and trust, operate with simplicity, treat everyone with respect, take shared risks.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world.
ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader.
Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe.
We’re committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle.
Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner.
We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together.
The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and we’re grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.