Drayage Logistics Domestic Operator

1) Planning & Scheduling

• Create and maintain daily tracking reports for Air Export Ocean Import and OTR including weekend operations

2) Port & Terminal Coordination

• Gather departure information for containers and air cargo at ports terminals and airports.
• Monitor and confirm on-time departures from U.S. Ocean terminals and major airports.
• Coordinate terminal departure schedules with terminal operators and customs brokers.

3) Movement Monitoring

• Track ocean containers rail intermodal units and air shipments in real time.
• Validate Import of Documentation (IOD) and Proof of Delivery (POD) on a daily basis.
• Respond promptly to shipment exceptions requiring immediate attention (e.g. delays damages customs hold).

4) Transload Warehouse Management

• Oversee Transload Warehouse (TW) capacity planning and utilization.
• Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for transload operations (e.g. dwell time on-time transload damage rate).
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks and work with warehouse teams to implement corrective actions.

5) TL OB OTR Dispatch Management

• Schedule and dispatch Truckload (TL) Outbound (OB) orders using the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Optimize routing and load consolidation to meet service-level agreements while minimizing transportation costs.

6) Partner & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for logistics partners including carriers freight forwarders customs brokers internal supply chain teams and customers.
• Handle claims documentation and issue escalations through phone email or virtual meetings.

7) Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all shipments comply with international trade regulations hazardous material requirements and security standards.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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8) Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Translate large data sets into actionable insights.
• Problem Solving: Quickly identify root causes of operational issues and implement effective solutions.
• Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Multitasking: Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure: Perform effectively in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications :

1) Education

• Bachelors degree in Logistics Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field.

2) Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in logistics coordination with a strong focus on international air and ocean freight operations.
• Hands-on experience in international Air Ocean and OTR freight forwarding operations is required
• Proven experience managing transload warehouse operations and Truckload (TL) dispatch.

3) Industry Knowledge

• Strong understanding of international air and ocean freight regulations and customs procedures

4) Technical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP and logistics systems (SAP TMS WMS or equivalent).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP.

5) Language

• English

6) Weekend work may be required.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract