US-NE-Mahanoy City-Logistics Specialist

Stella-Jones • Mahanoy City, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Logistics Specialist develops and implements least-cost strategy for transportation and distribution of finished and unfinished products within the organization and customer market by performing the following duties:

Requirements

• Develops and implements least-cost strategy for transportation and distribution of finished and unfinished products within the organization and customer market.

Responsibilities

• Secures transportation availability for all logistical needs.
• Supports transportation functions during emergency situations.
• Follows standardized processes while performing dispatch duties for assigned locations.
• Works with logistics team members to coordinate asset sharing and identify efficiencies.
• Maintain rate databases and assist sales with quotes.
• Develops working relationships with current and new carriers; understands and identifies advantages by engaging carrier strengths.
• Reviews third party performance and carrier sourcing.
• Facilitates communication between sales, customers and carriers as needed for successful, timely deliveries.
• Participates in business development and special projects.
• Contributes to company transportation decisions; exploits cost-savings opportunities for transportation and logistics.
• Participates and contributes to company safety program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company-paid benefits including: Dental and Vision coverage, Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies, Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed