Logistics Operations Specialist, North America

Greif•Delaware, OH

1d•$62,300 - $106,100•Onsite

About The Position

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging, operating in 40 countries and serving in-demand industries. The company is dedicated to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, providing packaging solutions for essential goods. This role is part of the North America Logistics Team and is responsible for executing tactical day-to-day transportation operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
2-5 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of transportation industries, logistics operations, and shipping/receiving processes
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Strong time management skills
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or other relevant software
Working knowledge of a Transportation Management System (E2Open preferred)

Nice To Haves

E2Open TMS experience

Responsibilities

Executing tactical day-to-day transportation operations for an assigned business area within the North America Logistics Team.
Ensuring adherence to sourcing strategy and routing guides by assigning and tendering shipments to carriers using applicable load planning / transportation management systems.
Executing spot market decisions when routing guide capacity has been exhausted or does not exist.
Daily interaction with carriers to identify and resolve service issues.
Organizing and consolidating LTL shipments into truckloads where applicable, while reducing transportation expense.
Monitoring shipments to ensure on-time pick-up and delivery.
Supporting shipping locations with rush shipment arrangements and issue resolution.
Acting as a liaison between Sales/Customer Service, Plant Operations, and Procurement stakeholders.
Supporting in the development of SOP’s, training, KPI metrics, continuous improvement initiatives and other project work.
Monitoring and managing load-level costs, including accessorial review and approvals.
Supporting ad-hoc TMS system administration activities, such as managing payable tariffs, rates, and routing guides.
Assisting as a backup/backfill with other logistics roles.
Performing other duties as assigned.