About the Company
We are a leading supply chain and logistics organization delivering end-to-end transportation, distribution, inventory management, and fulfillment solutions to businesses across the United States. By leveraging advanced logistics technology, data-driven planning, and a customer-first approach, we help organizations optimize supply chain performance, reduce operational costs, and ensure timely delivery of goods while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
As our logistics network continues to expand, we are seeking a highly organized and analytical Logistics Specialist to coordinate transportation activities, optimize shipping operations, and support the efficient movement of products throughout the supply chain. This role is essential to ensuring seamless logistics execution, inventory accuracy, and exceptional service for both internal and external stakeholders.
The Logistics Specialist serves as a key liaison between suppliers, carriers, warehouses, customers, and cross-functional business teams. This position is responsible for coordinating shipments, monitoring transportation performance, resolving logistics issues, maintaining shipment documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience managing logistics processes in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity offers long-term career growth within an organization committed to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments while ensuring timely delivery and cost-effective transportation.
- Monitor shipment status, delivery schedules, and carrier performance to ensure service level agreements are achieved.
- Collaborate with suppliers, warehouses, carriers, freight forwarders, and customers to resolve transportation issues.
- Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation, invoices, bills of lading, customs paperwork, and inventory records.
- Monitor inventory movement and coordinate replenishment activities with warehouse and procurement teams.
- Analyze freight costs, transportation metrics, and logistics performance to identify improvement opportunities.
- Resolve shipping discrepancies, delivery delays, damaged goods claims, and transportation exceptions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable transportation, import/export, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate logistics records within ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
- Support warehouse operations by coordinating inbound and outbound shipments.
- Assist in carrier selection, routing optimization, and freight negotiations when applicable.
- Prepare logistics reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for management review.
- Identify process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Support cross-functional initiatives involving procurement, inventory management, customer service, and operations.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, warehouse operations, or distribution.
- Experience working with ERP systems, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and inventory software.
- Strong understanding of freight operations, inventory control, transportation planning, and distribution processes.
- Knowledge of domestic and international shipping regulations, carrier operations, and customs documentation is preferred.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and vendor relationship management abilities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- APICS, CLTD, CSCP, or other supply chain certifications are considered an asset.
Personal Capabilities and Qualifications
The successful Logistics Specialist combines operational expertise with outstanding organizational and communication skills. They demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and the ability to manage complex logistics operations while maintaining exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.
Ideal candidates possess:
- Strong logistics coordination and transportation planning skills.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
- Exceptional communication and vendor relationship management capabilities.
- High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Adaptability within dynamic supply chain environments.
- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teamwork experience.
- Results-oriented approach with accountability for operational performance.
- Commitment to continuous process improvement.
Strategic Support
As a member of the Supply Chain & Logistics organization, the Logistics Specialist provides strategic support by:
- Improving transportation efficiency and delivery performance.
- Supporting inventory accuracy and effective warehouse operations.
- Strengthening supplier, carrier, and customer relationships.
- Reducing logistics costs through process optimization and transportation planning.
- Supporting regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
- Enhancing customer satisfaction through reliable logistics execution.
- Contributing to supply chain resilience and business continuity initiatives.
- Supporting continuous improvement across logistics and distribution operations.
Working Conditions
- Fully Remote position within the United States.
- Flexible business hours supporting suppliers, carriers, and operations across multiple U.S. time zones.
- Company-provided laptop, logistics software, and home office technology support.
- Professional, collaborative environment focused on operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.
- Approximately 10–15% domestic travel for warehouse visits, supplier meetings, training sessions, and company events.
Job Function
The Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating transportation, inventory movement, shipment tracking, and logistics operations to ensure the efficient flow of goods throughout the supply chain. This role partners with procurement, warehouse operations, transportation providers, customer service, and business leadership to deliver cost-effective, compliant, and reliable logistics solutions. Success is measured through on-time delivery performance, inventory accuracy, transportation efficiency, cost management, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation Package
Base Salary: $145,000 – $195,000 USD annually
Compensation is determined based on logistics experience, supply chain expertise, geographic location, industry background, and overall qualifications.
Eligible employees may also receive:
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Supply Chain Performance Incentives
- Long-Term Incentive Program (where applicable)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Parental and Family Leave
- Professional Certification Reimbursement (APICS, CLTD, CSCP)
- Tuition Assistance
- Home Office and Technology Stipend
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness and Mental Health Benefits
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Career Advancement and Leadership Development Opportunities
Why Join Us
Efficient logistics are at the heart of every successful supply chain. As a Logistics Specialist, you’ll play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently, customers receive exceptional service, and business operations continue to perform at the highest level.
You’ll join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, operational excellence, and continuous learning. With access to advanced logistics technologies, professional development opportunities, and clear career progression, you’ll have the resources needed to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact on our growing supply chain operations.
If you’re passionate about logistics, supply chain optimization, and delivering operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Supply Chain & Logistics team.
