Logistics Specialist

Vinmar International
Houston, Texas, United States
Posted
On-site
Full-time
Mid-level
2+ YoE
Job Description

The Logistics Specialist is the first contact person for customers, transporters, warehouses, suppliers, shipping lines, providing all necessary administrative and logistic information to ensure a smooth ongoing day-to-day business flow. The Logistics Specialist reports functionally to the Logistics Manager.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan shipments using SAP software.
  • Build relationships with 3rd party logistic vendors to ensure a high level of service.
  • Provide prompt, professional communication with both internal and external customers regarding business requirements and transportation related issues.
  • Respond to incoming communications from internal and external customers and where necessary resolve and escalate issues as needed.
  • Identify, recommend and implement changes that solve problems and result in greater efficiencies and improved customer service.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience working in an international export logistics environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook).
  • Experience with SAP preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of import/export procedures

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Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Work From Home
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) or Equivalent
Paid Vacation Days
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Disability Insurance
Tools & Technologies
SAP
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook