Specialist Commodities Distribution
About The Position
The Domestic Transportation, Specialist Commodities Distribution, manages and optimizes commodity inbound shipments across the U.S., ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant pickup and delivery performance. The role coordinates daily shipments and works with Uber Freight, third-party logistics providers, carriers, and plants. It monitors performance indicators such as on-time delivery and transit times, and resolves service issues to maintain reliable service. The specialist analyzes transportation data, improves routing and load planning, and collaborates with service teams to support operational efficiency and strategic supply-chain goals. The role contributes to cost control, shipment reliability, and stakeholder trust.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in transportation or logistics.
- Knowledge of freight modes, transportation regulations, and supply-chain operations.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Effective communication skills for working with carriers and internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to coordinate complex shipments under tight deadlines, build relationships, identify process improvements, and adapt to seasonal demand or unexpected challenges.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certifications.
- Practical expertise with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms, and shipment tracking tools.
- Familiarity with truck, intermodal, rail, and bulk shipping.
Responsibilities
- Manage and monitor shipments to meet service-level agreements and pickup and delivery commitments.
- Analyze shipment data to improve routing, carrier utilization, and load planning, reducing transit times and costs.
- Coordinate with carriers to schedule pickups, track shipments, and resolve service issues.
- Track and report transportation KPIs and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Liaise between transportation, material management, and plants to address shipment concerns and maintain customer satisfaction.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Wellness programs supporting physical and mental health.
- Annual incentive opportunities.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Flexible ways of working where applicable.
- Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility.
- Performance-based incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
