Purpose of the Role:
Management and ownership of the E-logistics department and all associated activities. With the help of the Logistics Coordinator this individual will oversee all day-to-day logistics related functions inclusive of but not limited to shipment quotation bookings/coordination tracking issue resolution reporting & analysis and 3PL partner negotiations & relationship management.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
- Serve as the primary Logistics Subject Matter Expert for the company providing sound guidance to internal and external partners to ensure successful and profitable project/program deliveries.
- Enhance freight profitability while keeping customer service and satisfaction levels high.
- Track analyze and positively impact On-Time-Delivery rates across all modes and service providers.
- Manage a high volume of daily interactions with company personnel Principle 360 Partners transportation providers warehouse providers etc.
- Communicate regularly with key team members on any shipment/production changes and/or delays that could affect timelines.
- Provide timely and accurate freight quotes consistent with company guidelines and project/program requirements.
- Ensure all shipment requests are promptly reviewed arcuately booked and actively tracked in the relevant Principle logistics tracking tool(s) to facilitate on time and on budget delivery.
- Coordinator international shipments and compliance documentation (Principle USA imports and exports).
- Oversee monthly payments to the CBSA and CBP as it relates to international shipment activities and the payment of duties and taxes.
- Act as the primary point of escalation for logistical issues encountered both during and after normal working hours.
- Weekly payment processing for our various Logistics partners
- Manage freight claims to maximize cost recovery and provide root cause analyse and mitigation suggestions to prevent repeat occurrence.
- Evaluate third party logistics (3PL) providers service levels pricing customer support and contract compliance.
- Source negotiate with and onboard new logistics providers on an as needed basis.
- Assist with Special Projects as required.
Qualifications :
- Degree in Logstics and Transportation preferred.
- Previous shipping/logistics experience required.
- Must have strong negotiating interpersonal communications time management and team skills.
- Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word Excel and Microsoft Office suite)
- Project management skills required for success in this role.
- Exceptional math aptitude required.
- Candidates with previous experience utilizing manufacturing planning project management or shipping software preferred
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time