3PL Specialist

BlueGreen Alliance Inc; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueGreen Alliance Inc. is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Manteno, IL to oversee inbound and outbound transportation operations and ensure on-time, accurate deliveries to warehouses and customers.

The role reports to the Warehouse Manager and duties may change with business needs; responsibilities include coordinating with customers and 3PLs, inputting shipment data, and maintaining compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally.
• Strong time-management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to resolve inventory discrepancies and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor transportation scheduling and ensure timely deliveries.
• Oversee inbound/outbound transportation operations and route optimization.
• Coordinate with customers, 3PL warehouses, freight forwarders, brokers, and internal departments.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Inventory discrepancies

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description:

This is an hourly position in Manteno, Illinois reports to the Warehouse Manager. The Logistics Specialist will oversee inbound / outbound transportation operations to ensure on time and accurate deliveries to all warehouses and customers.

This job description does not list all the job duties of this position. Duties listed are subject to change based on business and/or management needs. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time.

Requirements:

Warehouse Administration Operations:

• Monitor the transportation scheduling process.
• Facilitate and provide support for on-time deliveries of all shipments.
• Determine the most efficient and economical routing of shipments to include Value Added Services.
• Coordinate the transfer of finished goods to the 3PL sites.
• Coordinate with customers, 3PL warehouses, freight forwarders, Brokers, and internal departments on transportation services.
• Input shipment information into customer or freight company’s website.
• Calculate shipment specifics to include cube, pallets, weight, etc.
• Work with Accounting to reconcile transportation cost issues. Address overcharges by carriers.
• Keep Customs Schedule B numbers and freight classifications up to date.
• Prepare customs paperwork as required.
• Investigate the root cause of damage and shortages, file freight claims as required.
• Update On Time in Full report.
• Keep track of transportation industry trends, carrier changes, and export compliance & regulations.
• Participate in Fiscal Year End Inventory count.

Safety and Compliance:

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures as directed by management.

Quality Control:

• Follow quality control measures to ensure that all outgoing shipments meet company standards and customer requirements.
• Report any quality issues or discrepancies promptly and follow corrective action procedures.

Skills:

• Communicate (verbally and written) in English.
• Multi-tasking with strong time-management skills.
• Ability to resolve inventory related discrepancies.

KPIs and Reporting

• Follow daily and weekly KPIs as directed by Supervisor and Manager.

Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• High School Diploma, Associate, or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Three to four (3-4) years + of proven and relevant work experience, preferably in a 3PL food transportation / distribution setting. Familiar with Parcel, LTL, TL, and International Shipping.
• Experience with Incoterms, National Freight Classification, Export Compliance, and Customs Documentation preferred.