Logistics Specialist Jobs in Mississippi

INTRODUCTION

Allyn International is currently looking for a full-time ON-SITE Logistics Specialist in Horn Lake, MS to join our organization! Allyn International is a privately-held professional services firm established in 1992. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, customer-centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Our core products include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management, and customs compliance.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for managing logistics activities in a manner that shall meet business fulfillment requirements in parallel with the goal of transportation cost reduction. The Logistics Specialist shall manage outbound domestic and international logistics for clients. The position is responsible for collecting and communicating all necessary information related to upcoming and ongoing shipments, projects, and services, as well as providing logistics support, consulting, and obtaining the best possible transportation rates.

Position Details:

Location: Horn Lake, MS

Work Schedule: 40 hours, On-Site Monday-Friday

Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Position/Classification: Full-Time; Salaried Exempt

Physical Demands: Sitting, typing, and walking around a large warehouse

Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life (paid for by Allyn), voluntary life, STD (paid for by Allyn), LTD, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Warehouse or shipping experience required
• TMS Experience preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ideal candidates will be able to:

• Resolve client and carrier issues with ease
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have high proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Analyze data to improve processes within the warehouse

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing logistics activities in a manner that shall meet business fulfillment requirements in parallel with the goal of transportation cost reduction.
• Actively look for and capture savings opportunities and added value opportunities when possible.
• Research and offer optimal transportation modes, routings, equipment, and frequency.
• Complete all compliance documentation maintaining 100% compliance with all product export processes and domestic shipment(s) for regulatory and legal requirements.
• Domestic and international small parcel execution on an as-needed basis, including capability to respond to expedited orders.
• Verify all picks have correct ship to, serial numbers (if needed), and shipment method; print packing slips as needed.
• Verify that all shipments scheduled for pickup have left the facility, report discrepancies.
• Department of Transportation (“DOT”) and other transport regulations compliance management, including permitting, over dimensional, and Hazmat.
• Create and review hazmat and dangerous goods documentation to ensure that packaging, labeling, placards, transport mode and all other pertinent info is in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provide Dangerous Goods classification and advise Allyn and client personnel of the restrictions/regulations for specific items.
• Compliance management for International Air Transportation Association (IATA), Department of Transportation (DOT) and any other transport regulations including in other global regions.
• Maintain online tracking and metrics tools.
• Eliminate or minimize risk exposure for Allyn and customers.
• File and follow through on all freight claims.
• Training of new employees and clients, if needed.
• Participation in client offered training in support of each functional competency.
• Provide excellent customer service to Allyn customers.

Our clients range from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms in industry sectors such as power generation and renewable energy, road construction equipment, electronics, industrial materials, heavy duty trucks, mining and drilling equipment, oil and gas, modular building, medical equipment, not for profit, and US government. Allyn conducts business in over twenty different languages and has extensive experience in both developed and emerging markets. Our highly trained experts are located throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Allyn has regional headquarters in Fort Myers, FL USA, Shanghai P.R. China and Prague, Czech Republic.

Allyn offers a team environment, competitive benefits and ongoing training, and support for our team members. If you are in alignment with our corporate values of focused growth, well-being, enjoyment, contribution, excellence, creativity, prosperity, and integrity, and while valuing professionalism and teamwork - now is the time for you to accelerate your career and join the Allyn team. Apply today or refer a qualified friend!