Transportation and Logistics Specialist

ABB•Fort Smith, AR

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The role reports to the Global Fulfillment Manager and is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. As a Transportation and Logistics Specialist, you will support the NEMA Motor Division by actively contributing towards the execution and coordination of all daily activities within the Traffic Team. Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years, Associate Degree with 4+ years, Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years, or Master’s Degree (credited as 2 years of experience) in transportation, logistics, or a related field.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for reporting, communication, and data management.
Strong understanding of global geography and transportation networks.
Highly organized, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a willingness to participate in leadership and continuous education programs.
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Nice To Haves

Experience using SAP/GPC or similar Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and optimize freight movements across all transportation modes (Parcel, LTL, FTL, Rail, Import/Export) by collaborating with carriers, negotiating rates, securing capacity, and optimizing routing and schedules to ensure cost‑effective, on time delivery.
Execute freight payment and financial controls by validating carrier invoices against contracts, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with Finance/Accounting to ensure accurate and timely transportation cost reporting.
Manage transportation claims by investigating and resolving over, short, and damaged (OSD) claims through effective coordination with internal teams, carriers, and external stakeholders.
Analyze transportation performance and drive improvement by leveraging TMS and data analytics tools to track KPIs, identify trends, and provide insights that support continuous improvement and Traffic Team strategic objectives.

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
11 paid holidays.
Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.