Logistics Specialist

Aston Carter•Monee, IL

10d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist supports transportation, shipping, and logistics operations in a fast-paced distribution environment. The role coordinates freight activities, analyzes transportation costs, resolves shipment issues, and helps ensure products move efficiently throughout the supply chain. The position works cross-functionally with internal departments and external carriers, and promotes workplace safety. This is a permanent, fully onsite position in Monee, Illinois, in a warehouse and distribution setting with dedicated desk space and a collaborative team environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The listed pay range is $20.00–$25.00 per hour; the posting also states pay of $25.00 per hour. Compensation within the range depends on factors including qualifications, skills, experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity.

Requirements

1–3 years of recent logistics, transportation, or supply chain experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of transportation and shipping regulations.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Previous warehouse, distribution, or shipping experience.
Experience with logistics, transportation, inventory, or ERP systems.
Experience analyzing freight costs and transportation metrics.
Familiarity with inventory management, shipping documentation, and carrier relations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate transportation services to ensure efficient and cost-effective shipment of goods.
Provide freight quotes to internal teams and customers using transportation systems and carrier resources.
Monitor compliance with established shipping and routing procedures.
Support freight invoice processing and payment activities.
Track and manage aging open orders while ensuring timely shipment completion.
Investigate and resolve freight rating discrepancies and transportation exceptions.
Manage freight claims and coordinate resolutions with carriers and internal stakeholders.
Analyze freight spending by carrier, service mode, and shipment type to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Partner with Procurement, Customer Service, Finance, and Operations teams to support logistics activities.
Process shipping transactions within warehouse and inventory management systems.
Assist with rerouting shipments and resolving transportation issues.
Respond to logistics challenges impacting customers, shipments, or operational performance.
Promote and support workplace safety initiatives.
Perform additional logistics and transportation-related duties as assigned.