Logistics Specialist – Supply Chain

Ktp Kunststoff Palettentechnik Gmbh; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for career development

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

An international logistics company in Mexico is seeking a Logistics Specialist to optimize freight costs and ensure compliance with customs regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 to 5 years of experience in international logistics. This role involves negotiation with carriers, management of multimodal shipments, and fluency in both Spanish and English. Join a collaborative team that values continuous improvement and offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in international logistics or foreign trade is required.
• Experience in IMMEX or automotive environments is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and multimodal transportation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze freight rates to generate savings.
• Negotiate with carriers and freight forwarders.
• Manage FTL, LTL, and multimodal shipments.
• Ensure compliance with IMMEX requirements.
• Define and recommend Incoterms by project, customer and lane.
• Coordinate daily operations with customs brokers across regions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving ability

Effective communication

Analytical thinking

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business, or related field

Tools

SAP (MM, SD, LE)

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

YOUR ROLE: Logistics Specialist – Supply Chain

Cost Optimization & Freight Savings

• Analyze land, air, and ocean freight rates to generate continuous savings.
• Negotiate with carriers, freight forwarders, and consolidators.
• Implement alternative routes, cross-docking, consolidation, and multimodal strategies to improve logistics efficiency.
• Track and report KPIs such as cost per kilo, cost per lane, and monthly rate variations.

• Define and recommend appropriate Incoterms by project, customer, and transportation lane.
• Manage FTL, LTL, ocean, air, courier, hand-carry, consolidated, and multimodal shipments.
• Coordinate pickups, ETAs/ETDs, cargo releases, and final deliveries.
• Monitor logistics risks and responsibilities according to Incoterms at every transportation stage.

• Coordinate daily operations with customs brokers in Mexico, the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia.
• Validate import and export documentation: commercial invoices, packing lists, shipping instructions, and certificates of origin (USMCA).
• Review HS codes, regulations, and applicable trade restrictions.
• Support internal and external audits related to international trade compliance.

IMMEX Program Support

• Ensure transportation and customs documentation complies with IMMEX requirements.
• Prevent fines, penalties, or non-compliance issues through proactive monitoring and control.

This position is based in our office in Zapopan, Mexico

YOUR PROFILE: Strategic Logistics Specialist

You have a Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Logistics, Business, or a related field.

Experience

• 2 to 5 years of experience in international logistics, multimodal transportation, or foreign trade.
• Experience in IMMEX or automotive environments is a strong plus.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and cost-saving mindset.
• Ability to solve problems and prioritize under pressure.
• Effective communication with carriers, brokers, suppliers, and internal customers.
• Analytical thinking focused on efficiency and savings.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and multimodal transportation (land, air, and ocean).
• Experience managing international shipments and documentation (B/L, AWB, Carta Porte, invoice, packing list).
• Knowledge of customs regulations and IMMEX operations.
• Experience with SAP (MM, SD, LE) for purchase orders, deliveries, material movements, and reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, filters, and data analysis).
• KPI tracking such as OTD, cost per route, and shipment status.

Languages

Fluent Spanish and English, written and spoken.

What can conTeyor offer you?

We offer the opportunity to join an international supply chain organization where logistics efficiency, cost control, and customer service are critical to business success.

• A professional and collaborative working environment.
• Direct involvement in international trade and global logistics operations.
• Opportunities to lead savings and optimization projects.
• Continuous learning and career development.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Excited?

Join our team today!

Please send your resumein Englishto both Marcelo Valdivieso, Sr. Regional HR Manager North America via [e-mail] and Alejandra Miramontes, HR Specialist Mexico via [e-mail].