Logistics Specialist

Allyn International is currently looking for a full-time ON-SITE Logistics Specialist in Horn Lake MS* to join our organization! Allyn International is a privately-held professional services firm established in 1992. We are dedicated to providing high-quality customer-centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Our core products include transportation management logistics sourcing freight forwarding supply chain consulting tax management and customs Logistics Specialist is responsible for managing logistics activities in a manner that shall meet business fulfillment requirements in parallel with the goal of transportation cost reduction. The Logistics Specialist shall manage outbound domestic and international logistics for client. The position is responsible for collecting and communicating all necessary information related to upcoming and ongoing shipments projects and services as well as providing logistics support consulting and obtaining best possible transportation Details:Location: Horn Lake MSWork Schedule: 40 hours On-Site Monday-FridayWork Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMPosition/Classification: Full-Time; Salaried ExemptPhysical Demands:Sitting typing and walking around a large warehouseDrug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefits:Medical dental vision basic life (paid for by Allyn) voluntary life STD (paid for by Allyn) LTD 401k with Company Match Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays tuition reimbursement and more!Required Experience and Education:Warehouse or shipping experience requiredTMS Experience preferredIdeal candidates will be able to:Resolve client and carrier issues with easeDemonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skillsHave high proficiency with Microsoft ExcelAnalyze data to improve processes within the warehouseResponsibilities:Responsible for managing logistics activities in a manner that shall meet business fulfillment requirements in parallel with the goal of transportation cost look for and capture savings opportunities and added value opportunities when possible Research and offer optimal transportation modes routings equipment and all compliance documentation maintaining 100% compliance with all product export processes and domestic shipment(s) for regulatory and legal and international small parcel execution on a as needed basis including capability to respond to expedited all picks have correct ship to serial numbers (if needed) and shipment method; print packing slips as that all shipments scheduled for pickup have left the facility report of Transportation (DOT) and other transport regulations compliance management including permitting over dimensional and and review hazmat and dangerous goods documentation to ensure that packaging labeling placards transport mode and all other pertinent info is in compliance with applicable Dangerous Goods classification and advise Allyn and client personnel of the restrictions/regulations for specific management for International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Department of Transportation (DOT) and any other transport regulations including in other global online tracking and metrics tools Eliminate or minimize risk exposure for Allyn and customers File and follow through on all freight of new employees and clients if in client offered training in support of each functional competency Provide excellent customer service to Allyn customersOur clients range from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms in industry sectors such as power generation and renewable energy road construction equipment electronics industrial materials heavy duty trucks mining and drilling equipment oil and gas modular building medical equipment not for profit and US government. Allyn conducts business in over twenty different languages and has extensive experience in both developed and emerging markets. Our highly trained experts are located throughout North America South America Europe and Asia. Allyn has regional headquarters in Fort Myers FL USA Shanghai P.R. China and Prague Czech offers a team environment competitive benefits and ongoing training and support for our team members. If you are in alignment with our corporate values of focused growth well-being enjoyment contribution excellence creativity prosperity and integrity and while valuing professionalism and teamwork - now is the time for you to accelerate your career and join the Allyn team. Apply today or refer a qualified friend!