Logistics Specialist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Breinigsville, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Discover Impactful Work: Join our organization where you'll contribute to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Logistics Specialist II, you'll help ensure seamless coordination of supply chain operations while delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll manage critical logistics processes including shipment coordination, customs compliance, inventory management, and vendor relationships. Your attention to detail and problem-solving skills will be essential in optimizing logistics efficiency while maintaining quality and regulatory standards. A Day in the Life: Understand and interpret Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to Import/Export operations. Liaise with customers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to resolve documentation or system issues. Communicate with suppliers to ensure adherence to import requirements. Ensure compliance with the regulations outlined in the Global Trade Compliance Policy for import and export control procedures. Preparing and maintaining accurate customs documentation (e.g., commercial invoices, export submissions, admissions, status changes, entries). Review and verify assigned HTS tariff classifications for regularly import and export items, questioning discrepancies as needed. Review and confirm the accuracy of declared customs values, escalating or challenging valuation issues when appropriate, and maintain required import and export records. Screen proposed transactions and detail the screening as evidence of due diligence. Perform export submissions as required, ensuring adherence to all applicable export control and trade compliance regulations. Respond to emails and inquiries related to Export and Import services. Work with project managers and clients to troubleshoot issues. Interact effectively with multiple functional areas including management, supply chain, distribution, engineering, finance, IT, and legal.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
2 years Logistic work experience in a multi-regional environment.
Proficient in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel is desired
Strong knowledge of international trade compliance, customs regulations, and shipping documentation
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities in English; additional languages a plus
Knowledge of GMP, GDP, and other relevant quality standards
Demonstrated experience in process improvement and cost optimization
Ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., IATA, Customs Broker) preferred.
Experience with temperature-controlled and regulated shipments preferred.
Experience with logistics KPIs and metrics tracking.

Responsibilities

Understand and interpret Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to Import/Export operations.
Liaise with customers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and carriers to resolve documentation or system issues.
Communicate with suppliers to ensure adherence to import requirements.
Ensure compliance with the regulations outlined in the Global Trade Compliance Policy for import and export control procedures.
Preparing and maintaining accurate customs documentation (e.g., commercial invoices, export submissions, admissions, status changes, entries).
Review and verify assigned HTS tariff classifications for regularly import and export items, questioning discrepancies as needed.
Review and confirm the accuracy of declared customs values, escalating or challenging valuation issues when appropriate, and maintain required import and export records.
Screen proposed transactions and detail the screening as evidence of due diligence.
Perform export submissions as required, ensuring adherence to all applicable export control and trade compliance regulations.
Respond to emails and inquiries related to Export and Import services.
Work with project managers and clients to troubleshoot issues.
Interact effectively with multiple functional areas including management, supply chain, distribution, engineering, finance, IT, and legal.