Logistics Specialist

4 weeks ago


Richmond, United States Cogent Infotech Corporation Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

 

 

 Logistics team is seeking a strong candidate for the day-to-day logistics operations & warehousing activities for the ES Projects and Service group in Ashland, VA.

 

The successful candidate will work directly with the Warehouse Team, Material Planning, Project and Services Operations Team, Global Supply Chain, along with the extended NAM Logistics team.

 

This is a fast-paced job with many variables in which you will be constantly reviewing and working with senior (internal/external) Logistics team.

 

Job Description:

·        Create shipping paperwork and arrange domestic, export, and import of shipments by various multimodal transports (Air, Ocean, Road) to/from various overseas destinations and compliance with TDG, IATA, IMDG etc. regulations.

·        Utilizes ERP system (SAP) to transacts orders, status updates, equipment movement in real time and ensures inventories in area of responsibility are accurate and secured.

·        Acts as an information source for customers, managers and employees on information received from the field and alerts all the applicable stakeholders to developing situations and customer related updates.

·        Receives customer requests for service from customer service representatives and various internal functions including, supply chain, commercial, engineering, technical service, etc.

·        Gathers pertinent information to ensure job success – determines type of equipment, necessary supplies, and test equipment and on-time delivery.

·        Endeavors to always maintain a positive relationship with customers while collecting all pertinent information.

·        Strives to keep a balanced inventory of equipment based on regional customer demand and contributes ideas to simplify execution of logistics while being cost efficient and effective.

·        Ensure the consolidation process is followed and aligned with stakeholder needs.

·        Provide cost estimates on request to internal end users, for movement of goods to domestic /overseas destinations based upon use of appropriate carrier and modes of transport (Air, Sea, Rail, and Ocean).

·        Maintain logistics, export/import compliance and reporting databases and support the accuracy of the databases on ongoing basis.

·        Act as the main point of contact for internal teams, coordinate and expedite the flow of materials between departments, manufacturing plants and suppliers.

·        Run reports, interface with production, sales, purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely customs release and schedule inbound and outbound deliveries.

·        Identify and react to short lead time, rush, and emergency orders to meet customer requirements.

·        Execute and/or maintain various SAP transactional records that include inventory management (receiving, storing, picking, staging and distribution of materials), post goods issue and RMA’s

·        Train new hires.

·        Comply with EHS & Quality System regulations and policies.

·        This list is not all-inclusive and may include other duties and/or special projects as assigned and necessary for site operations.

 

Required Qualifications:

•       Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in supply chain/business, with a minimum 2-3 years of experience in the logistics function.

•       Minimum 2-3 years of SAP experience in the sales & distribution, planning and shipment module.

•       Must have working knowledge of import/export regulations (e.g. Tariff Classification; Certificate of Origin, Commercial Invoice, etc.) and carrier management.

 

Desired Characteristics:

•       Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

•       Forklift license is a plus.

•       Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.

•       Ability to adapt / drive change across a global team in a dynamic business environment.

•       Ability to work well in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

•       Strong result-oriented mindset.

•       Strong oral and written communication skills.

 

•       Strong interpersonal skills.

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