Logistics Specialist

Logistics SpecialistSUMMARY:Responsible for ensuring inbound and outbound freight are transported in the most economical manner for the division while meeting the customers expectations of quality and FUNCTIONS: Coordinate and schedule freight shipments for both inbound and outbound shipments. Obtain assess and negotiate transportation types rates and services. Continuously evaluate freight carrier performance and reliability. Assist with freight vendor evaluation recommendation and selection as needed. Maximize freight cost savings by actively seeking opportunities such as combining outgoing shipments. Complete proper documents for customs requirements. May assist other teams in expediting raw materials when needed. Assist other teams in routing tracking and quoting complex or international shipments. Assist other team members in the damage claims process. Back-up Shipping and Receiving Coordinators as needed. Depending on division may operate forklift or pallet jack. Provide leadership and/or participate in department improvement initiatives. Demonstrates the Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards. May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed. Learning understanding continuously improving and promoting the divisions quality management system in accordance with ISO & EXPERIENCE: Associate degree in business or related field. Minimum 5 years experience of traffic experience; or equivalent combination of education and SKILLS & ABILITIES:Considerable knowledge of ground and air carriers LTL and international shipment procedures. Demonstrated leadership skills. High level of service. Problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify waste and creatively look for solutions. Ability to be flexible prioritize and multitask. Proficient with computers. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Forklift Certification may be REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:Physical Requirements: Required to sit stand walk bend and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment including exposure to noise fumes moving machinery and varied TO YOU:Not all benefits are created equal but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical dental vision company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k. We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits. Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.