Logistics Specialist

SMS group Inc•Pittsburgh, PA

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end logistics process. This individual will coordinate and schedule all inbound and outbound shipments, continuously striving to optimize transportation expenditures. A key responsibility includes prioritizing diverse shipping requirements to consistently meet expected delivery dates for OEM projects, Technical Service operations, and Workshops.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field
Able to manage time effectively
Excellent oral and written language skills
Working knowledge of standard computer software, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Preferred 2+ years of logistics experience including shipping, working with carriers and freight forwarders, import and export procedures
Familiarity with GSS or SAP Pro4 business system is preferred

Responsibilities

Schedule, receive purchase orders in SAP/GSS, create shipping documents and track all shipments through delivery
Post goods issue in SAP to trigger invoices to customers
Handle all import and export related matters
Ensure materials and goods are delivered to sites/vendors in a timely manner as per clients’ and/or internal criteria
Assess and recommend ideal shipping methods, routing or carriers to meet necessary parameters, specifications and costs
Communicates regularly with internal customers and logistics providers. This includes working closely with SMS group’s Buyers, Engineers, Project Managers, Site Managers and suppliers
Addresses issues and actively participates in the resolution
Maintains documentation and continually monitors carrier performance
Develops logistics plans in cooperation with Project Management and Service Plant Managers