Logistics Specialist

1 week ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Unique Industries Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

About Us 

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused - then apply today We would love to have you come join the party. 

About Our Opportunity 

We are seeking a Logistics Specialist to work in the Philadelphia Corporate office. The Logistics Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day management of the logistics function, ensuring cost effectiveness and timely management of International and domestic carriers, using approved vendors.  

Responsibilities 

  • Efficiently plans and coordinates import shipments from vendors to distribution centers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Coordinates bookings with overseas offices, resolving issues with ocean carriers and forwarders. 
  • Tracks and traces import shipments, updating all relevant departments such as Sales, Supply Chain, and Distribution Centers on shipment status.
  • Resolves issues and discrepancies related to customs brokerage at borders. 
  • Acts as liaison for special and large projects between vendors, warehouses, and carriers.
  • Assists management in negotiating contracts with international and domestic transportation providers.
  • Facilitate transportation solutions and rates for internal departments and distribution centers.  Prepares request for proposals, compares and selects carriers based on departmental policies.
  • Analyzes freight bill audit reports, addresses billing discrepancies, and reports to Management. 
  • Collaborates with customs brokers, carriers and/or forwarders to expedite and clear shipments promptly.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications 

  • Experience in Import practices, high level knowledge of Customs regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work and interact with employees at various organizational levels.
  • Detail oriented and self-driven to improve.
  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
  • Associate's degree in business or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • At least 1 year of related experience and/or training in Logistics/Supply Chain required; 2 or more years preferred.
  • Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. 

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