Transportation & Inventory Operations Specialist

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Albany, OR

About The Position

MEI Industrial Solutions has grown into one of the largest providers of rigging, machinery moving, millwrighting, mechanical installation, industrial storage, crating and export packing services in the U.S. Our dedication to precision, safety, and exceptional customer service remains strong. We believe our people are our best asset, and we are committed to them by providing opportunities for training, development, succession and enrichment. Job Summary: We are seeking a hands-on Transportation & Inventory Operations Specialist to manage daily transportation execution, inventory flow, and logistics coordination. This role works directly with drivers, carriers, warehouses, internal teams, and customers to ensure shipments move efficiently while maintaining accurate inventory control and material flow. This is an execution-focused operations role that requires strong problem-solving skills, real-time decision-making, and the ability to manage transportation scheduling and inventory workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or a related field preferred.
Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse, or transportation operations. Supply Chain certification(s) are a plus.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; can prioritize and manage own time and the time of others to maximize efficiencies.
Strong computer skills using Windows operating system and MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) with proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), Customer Relations Management (CRM) software, and other relevant software applications.
Advanced Excel proficiency and data analytics to sort, filter, validate data, use conditional formatting, and trending are a must.
Familiarity with warehousing/storage, and supply chain management principles and practices.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and able to build and maintain positive relations.
Demonstrated self-management and self-direction skills; is highly organized and possesses problem-solving skills.
Accountable and self-motivated with a dedicated work environment at the primary residence with High-Speed Internet to function and meet deliverables remotely.
Current knowledge of Department of Transportation, International Air Transport Association regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute daily transportation scheduling, including direct communication with drivers, carriers, and freight partners to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
Manage inbound and outbound shipment workflows, ensuring alignment between transportation schedules and warehouse inventory availability.
Oversee inventory movement, storage accuracy, and material flow within warehouse and distribution operations.
Monitor real-time shipment tracking and proactively resolve transportation delays, routing issues, or dock scheduling conflicts.
Maintain accurate inventory records within ERP/TMS systems, ensuring proper documentation of receipts, transfers, and shipments.
Collaborate with warehouse teams to optimize storage utilization, dock flow, and staging processes.
Reconcile shipping documentation, bills of landing, invoices, and purchase orders to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Analyze transportation and inventory performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and recommend operational improvements.
Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and discrepancy resolution.
Utilize transportation management systems (TMS), ERP systems, and advanced Excel reporting to track operational performance.
Serve as a key liaison between vendors, carriers, warehouse teams, and internal departments to ensure seamless supply chain execution.
Anticipate operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to maintain service levels and customer satisfaction.