Global Logistics Specialist

The Food Source International; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food Source International in Exton, PA is seeking a Logistics Specialist to coordinate shipments of industrial ingredients, flavors, and seasonings. You will work with Sales, Accounting, and Operations to prepare and track orders, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.

Key requirements include 2 years in logistics or related office work, a bachelor’s in supply chain, experience with carriers and ERP systems, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in logistics or related field within an office environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in supply chain or related field of study.
• Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders, and NVOCCs

Responsibilities

• Utilizes independent judgment to manage transportation schedules, optimize routes, and coordinate shipments across various carriers.
• Has authority to make decisions in negotiating with carriers and suppliers to secure favorable rates and service levels.
• Dispatches freight movement to appropriate transportation company’s in order to meet customers and or TFSI operational expectations.
• Communicates, answers inquiries and provides documentation to customers, transportation company’s and shipping facilities.
• Ability to understand and operate in all areas of the logistics operation.
• Support the logistics team with daily reconciliation of all related documentation.
• Support keeping the Transportation Management System updated. Execute the daily reconciliation of carrier invoices and assist with the freight approval process.
• Manage the daily activity to ensure customer expectations are achieved or exceeded. Participates in a “customer centric” culture within the team.
• Confirm the proper documentation has been received and properly completed for all shipments.
• Communicate with key stake holders including carriers, brokers, customers and internal departments. Proactively work with the entire TFS team to assist in problem resolution.
• Ability to use computers, software and other technology for transportation, inventory and communication purposes.
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Job description

The Food Source International in Exton, PA is seeking a Logistics Specialist to coordinate shipments of industrial ingredients, flavors, and seasonings. You will work with Sales, Accounting, and Operations to prepare and track orders, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.

Key requirements include 2 years in logistics or related office work, a bachelor’s in supply chain, experience with carriers and ERP systems, and strong written and verbal communication.