Logistics Specialist

Aston Carter•Fresno, CA

6d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for leading and coordinating international trade operations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for import and export moves. This role involves working closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal departments to ensure the timely and most appropriate movement of goods across international borders, as well as supporting warehouse functions on-site.

Requirements

3+ years of experience and knowledge of international import/export practices, including knowledge of tariff schedules and Harmonized System (HS) codes.
Experience in supply chain or logistics.
Vendor management experience, such as carriers, forwarders, and 3PLs.
Experience with transactional work in ERP systems.
Experience with continuous improvement and/or project management.
Previous experience with query database functionality (e.g., Power BI, SQL).
Bilingual in Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in logistics, import/export processes.
Experience with ERP, SAP, and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong skills in data entry, dispatch, and order entry.
Knowledge of supply chain, transportation, freight, and inventory control.
Experience with negotiation and production planning.

Responsibilities

Organize and review the prompt shipment of products and materials, using approved carriers and the most appropriate mode of transport to meet or exceed delivery expectations.
Coordinate the import and export of goods, including scheduling shipments, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
Monitor changes in international trade laws and regulations and provide recommendations for compliance.
Gather and analyze logistics data to assess current state and opportunities for future improvements.
Research logistics issues to identify potential problems and preemptively address them.
Address routine and unexpected disruptions in the supply chain to keep product moving.
Support the timely and accurate movement of materials, components, and finished goods within the warehouse to ensure continuous support of production operations.
Perform duties related to receiving and shipping machines, machine parts, spares, laminate, labels, inks, and other commodities as required.
Maintain and update all respective order and shipment records, ensuring full adherence to all processes and procedures.
Administer the day-to-day activities of the department, including planning, shipping, receiving, and compliance.
Prepare and review shipping documents, ensuring accurate classification of goods, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of trade agreements.
Resolve issues related to customs clearance, ensuring all import and export activities are conducted in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Create and maintain databases and/or spreadsheets with logistics data for reporting and compliance.
Develop and implement logistics KPIs, providing recommendations for process improvements.
Implement and maintain a customs compliance program.
Manage the freight bill payment process, coding and auditing shipments to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments.
Oversee the carrier freight claim process to ensure timely submission and completion of all claims.
Prioritize and plan shipments according to production schedules, collaborating with customer service and various departments to meet customer ship dates.
Process sales orders, dispatch, and shipping documentation through ERP systems and other associated software.
Communicate timely regarding shipment issues such as shortages, overages, or damaged goods.
Act as backup for the Logistics Manager and support the Logistics Coordinator and/or Logistics Clerk workload as needed.