["Logistics Specialist","Logistics Specialist"]

Logistics Support

Functions, Duties, Tasks:

• Manage transport planning and documentation for domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with export/import requirements. Communicate shipment status to the R&D Project teams, and proactively resolve any delays or disruptions.
• Act as the primary contact for logistics providers and internal partners to resolve shipment issues, including delays, damages, or capacity bottlenecks.
• Communicates the coordination of and instructions for shipping and receiving of materials with the R&D Project Team,
• Coordinate domestic and international pickups with suppliers and freight forwarders. Track and manage domestic and international shipments from origin to delivery point.
• Successfully maintains the R&D Logistic HUB records concurrently with shipment activity, and electronically files supporting documents required for regulatory retention requirements.
• Trains on and follows R&D, Global Logistics, and International Trade and Compliance procedures and requirements.
• Compiles and prepares import/export documents
• Manage custom clearance activities in close collaboration with team, where needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (or High School Diploma / GED with equivalent level of experience)
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Manufacturing Operations
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, and logistics planning processes
• Proficiency with shipment tracking platforms and/or shipping software (e.g. World Courier, FedEx, DHL).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple shipments at once. Aptitude to prioritize workflow in order to use time effectively.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations in order to calculate transit times, dimensions, and other transport related data.
• Capacity to recognize when action is necessary and to implement the required actions within a reasonable time in order to manage potential delays or exceptions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook.
• Certification for both 49CFR and IATA