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Logistics Specialist

Schlumberger

Youngsville, LA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Bidding, Business Solutions, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Data Collection, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equipment Selection, Federal Contracts, Finance, Freight Forwarding, Genetics, High School Diploma, Import/Export, Load Planning, Logistics, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Regulations, Rentals, Schedule Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Time Management, Transportation Regulations, Transportation Routing, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Youngsville, LA
POSTED
3 days ago
The Logistics Specialist located in Youngsville, La is responsible to manage and coordinate the domestic or international movement of assets, products, and materials upon the request of the Business Line. They optimize equipment utilization, select the most cost-effective routings and MoTs and plan / book these shipments with approved carriers and 3PLs, comply with the selection of preferred contracted carriers or internal fleet, and secure delivery as per the established service level.


+ Be the BL's logistics focal point for their logistics movements.

+ Validate transport requests and required delivery dates for a defined geographic region or lane(s) to achieve on-time delivery.

+ Prepare equipment load plans per planning standard operating procedures to maximize rental and call-out equipment utilization.

+ Leverage planning and use rate checker tools to achieve competitive costs by applying preferred contracted rates.

+ Plan effective shipment/truck routings, leverage consolidation/cargo optimization, and maximize backload opportunities to drive down costs where possible.

+ Monitor shipment execution, track shipment movements and manage deviations with our logistics suppliers while keep internal stakeholders updated.

+ Manage weekly fixed schedules and regional milk runs.

+ Issue work orders before each move with associated cost approvals.

+ Identify logistics network improvement projects or opportunities.

+ Ensure full compliance of transports with the international transport regulations.

+ Monitor cargo moves status and performances and investigates deviations.

+ Implement proactive and corrective measures combined with appropriate communication when early warning signs of deviation are detected.

+ Assess carrier performance with respect to on-time delivery and on-time pickup.

+ Manage international or domestic logistics movements ensuring compliance with Schlumberger policies and processes as well as local regulations including but not limited to finance, personnel, LTC guidelines and QHSE.

+ Ensure proper storage of electronic documents in the system.

+ Act as the interface with the Import/Export Teams and assure smooth communication flow between parties.

+ Participate in the performance analysis meeting.

+ Monitor and capture logistics milestone data in the business system.

+ Report any deviation in QUEST and follow up on action plan to ensure continuous improvement on service quality.

+ Obtain the necessary freight cost approval from the Business line representatives and shortlist offers from Freight Forwarders in the bidding system.


Logistics Specialist can report into a Logistics Manager or Logistics Supervisor at GeoUnit or SCC (LCT or DSC) based on the specific location of the role.


+ High school diploma or GED

+ Solid Communication skills

+ Must be able to work independently

+ Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

+ Must be able to work with the team in developing improved work processes for the department

+ Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US, without sponsorship
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & VETERANS

Company policy is to provide every individual a fair and equal opportunity to seek employment and advancement at the Company without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, veteran or military status, disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status or any factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an “Equal Opportunity Employer". For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster" located here: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters. The Company is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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