Logistics Specialist

Allyn International • Houston, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Allyn International is hiring a full-time, entry-level Logistics Specialist in Houston, Texas. The role manages logistics activities to meet business fulfillment requirements while reducing transportation costs. It gathers and communicates information about upcoming and ongoing shipments, projects, and services; provides logistics support and consulting; and obtains competitive transportation rates. The position is salaried exempt and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Some weekend or after-hours support and participation in an on-call rotation may be required. The work environment is an office cubicle, with one work-from-home day per week. Recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Allyn is a privately held professional services firm established in 1992. Its services include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management, and customs compliance for clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Allyn operates across international markets and offers a team environment, competitive benefits, ongoing training, and support.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Issue-resolution experience.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Data-analysis skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college degree.
• International logistics experience.
• Scheduling and critical-path management experience.

Responsibilities

• Route cargo according to legal and customer requirements and coordinate the routing process.
• Take responsibility for shipments and resolve issues.
• Initiate claims against logistics service providers when needed, notify providers of intent to file, file claims, track claim status, and follow up on reimbursement.
• Retain applicable invoicing information for damage repair and coordinate with appropriate individuals regarding cost recovery and accounting information.
• Confirm funds transfers or reimbursements through the Finance Group and update claims databases with claim status, recovery, freight value, and claim amount information.
• Report on and track all claims.
• Train new employees and clients when needed.
• Research logistics and transportation topics and provide subject matter expertise.
• Use Allyn’s ALA software or software selected by the client.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including certificates of origin, customs invoices, packing lists, and certificates of insurance.
• Track and expedite specialized shipments.
• Identify and capture savings and added-value opportunities.
• Participate in team meetings, conference calls, and daily project-management calls with Allyn teams and clients.
• Manage compliance with Department of Transportation and other transport regulations, including permitting, over-dimensional shipments, and hazardous materials.
• Eliminate or minimize risk exposure for Allyn and its customers.
• Track and resolve freight claims.
• Participate in industry publications and articles when required.

Benefits

• One work-from-home day per week.
• 12-week maternity and paternity leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life insurance paid for by Allyn.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance paid for by Allyn.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Free on-site fitness classes.
• Ongoing training and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level