Transportation Specialist

BENTELERSpartanburg, SC
Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Transportation Specialist to join our dynamic Supply Chain team. In this role, you will play a critical part in optimizing transportation networks, improving cost efficiency, and ensuring seamless movement of goods across the entire value chain. You’ll collaborate closely with plants, carriers, and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and deliver impactful results.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations Management, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain or Logistics, with a solid understanding of: Supply chain planning and transportation processes, Customs and international trade requirements, Transportation KPIs, global/regional standards, and regulatory frameworks
  • 2–3+ years of hands-on transportation experience
  • Experience working with carrier portals and transportation tools
  • Familiarity with Lean Supply Chain methodologies (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, problem-solving frameworks)
  • Strong understanding of inventory/stock management and shopfloor operations

Nice To Haves

  • 2+ years of experience in the automotive industry preferred

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement comprehensive transportation concepts across the entire value chain, with a focus on improving transit lead times, cost efficiency, and route optimization
  • Maintain visibility and transparency of transportation networks and costs, including special freight
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including network redesigns, route optimization, and cost-saving opportunities—especially during product launch phases
  • Provide guidance to plants on transportation and warehousing improvements
  • Manage and organize additional transportation solutions for critical or urgent situations
  • Support plants and customs teams in handling time-sensitive transportation requests
  • Execute transportation-related operations to ensure smooth daily logistics performance
  • Support and manage transportation-related insurance claims when needed
  • Prepare transportation data and quotation documentation for carrier negotiations
  • Request and evaluate pricing from freight forwarders and assist in selecting service providers during operational changes
  • Maintain and track contract conditions, including transit times and service levels
  • Contribute to carrier strategy development and execution
  • Support the standardization and optimization of transportation tools, processes, and guidelines
  • Continuously update transportation routings and pricing (e.g., FTL, LTL, milk run) to reflect network changes
  • Monitor and analyze cost drivers such as fuel surcharges, tolls, and regulatory changes

Benefits

  • 401(k) Match
  • Dental
  • Development
  • Educational Assistance
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Holidays
  • Life & Disability
  • Medical
  • Training
  • Vacation
  • Vision
  • Wealth Management Support
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