Logistics Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

The purpose of the Logistics Analyst is to serve as Administrative Support for the Transportation Department. The incumbent will communicate proactively with transportation carriers (Domestic and International) while being an advocate for process improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Daily contact with carriers regarding status of shipments, delivery issues, rerouting, etc.

• Main liaison between Transportation Department and Thomas Scientific departments as well as Vendors.

• Creation of Commercial Invoices for international shipments, research of Harmonized Codes and other Basic Import/Export Documents (COO, USMCA).

• Create shipping Documents for common carriers in an accurate and complete manner (parcel labels and Freight Bills of Lading).

• Primary support for shipping claims. Will gather all relevant data, file claims and follow up until completion. Research issues involving unpaid carrier claims and maintain a log with current status.

• Prepares and maintains scheduled reports to include Daily Shipments / Inbound Reports. Distributes reports to appropriate parties and updates Warehouse Managers of issues.

• Follows up on Carrier Service Failure based on established transit times.

• Interacts with the Warehouse as needed to assist with shipping and receiving paperwork.

• Assists with other tasks that may be requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

• Knowledge of freight industry processes and shipping systems is a plus.

• Attention to detail.

• Knowledge of Basic International Documents.

• Proactive, self-starter with excellent organizational skills required.

• Strong Business communication and interpersonal skills required.

• Intermediate skills utilizing Microsoft Windows, Excel, Outlook and Word required. Advanced Excel skills are a plus.

• Hazmat Education is a plus.

• Customer Service or Purchasing experience is a plus.

• Ability to maintain good attendance and adhere to all company policies to include the Code of Conduct / Statement of Values required.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

MENTAL DEMANDS :

• Must be able to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks.

• Must pay close attention to detail.

• This position has a predictable work schedule and frequent deadlines.

• This position works closely with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PAY RATE:

The pay rate range for this role will be $23.00 to $30.00 per hour, and will be based upon relevant work experience as well as the regional area in which the candidate resides.

BENEFITS:

Heath, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, voluntary benefits to include accidental injury, critical illness, hospital indemnity, ID theft, legal services and pet insurance - available on the first of the month following hire; 401k upon hire with ER Match after three months of service; Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and short term disability benefits - available after 6 months of employment; tuition assistance available. Paid time off equal to two weeks per year; 11 holidays; and 40 sick leave hours.