Inventory and Freight Specialist

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; Hamilton (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage

401K matching

Paid time off + 13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Bilstein products

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio is seeking an Inventory and Freight Specialist to coordinate domestic and international shipments, maintain accurate inventory, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will work with SAP and TMS, analyze transport options, and support cost control initiatives.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and timely communication to customers and internal teams while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management or supply chain preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of air, ocean, import/export logistics and procedures.
• Knowledge of DOT, customs, TSA and related import/export regulations.
• Experience with SAP and ERP systems for shipping and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments via all transport modes.
• Track shipments and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and foreign regulations.
• Maintain and audit shipping documents and records.
• Consolidate and optimize shipping methods to reduce costs.
• Support cycle counting and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Provide backup support and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Management or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

ERP systems

Job description

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

Summary: The Inventory and Freight Specialist is responsible for coordinating the transportation and delivery of goods to international & domestic customers utilizing internal resources and external service providers and ensuring accurate inventory. Ensures compliance with U.S. and foreign governments’ regulations. Improves the effectiveness of internal processes through service delivery and communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates incoming and outgoing shipments of raw and finished product via all modes of transport per tk Logistics.
• Tracks and traces shipments as necessary to meet required transit time and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Monitors transportation performance for Bilstein related shipments, ensuring carrier compliance with company requirements and standards.
• Provides freight rates to support new component, supplier and business acquisitions.
• Works to consolidate and control all shipping methods throughout Bilstein in order to drive down cost and simplify processes.
• Updates and maintains Transportation Management System (SAP) as necessary.
• Manages retention of packing slips, commercial invoices, logs and files, including all relevant support documents, for movements of materials and reconciliation of billing issues where necessary.
• Analyzes, develops and implements internal and external security controls to ensure compliance with federal and foreign regulations. Conducts periodic export and import compliance audits and implement any necessary corrective actions.
• Performs analysis as required on various aspects of the import/export process, domestic carriers, including selection, evaluation and performance management of carriers and third party logistics providers to ensure competitive cost and transit times
• Ensures accuracy of shipping documentation through periodic audit and staff training.
• Ensures proper documentation is obtained and maintained in compliance with Company standards
• Reviews and approves freight charges processed by 3rd party freight audit /payment firm for reasonableness, accuracy, and completeness.
• Performs invoice audits as necessary to ensure 3rd party audits invoices in accordance with negotiated rates.
• Files freight claims to recover loss due to transit delays and damages per receiving and quality nonconformance
• Creates country-specific export and commercial documents as necessary for outbound finished products; manages Denied Party Screening.
• Provides back up to the Finished Goods Team Lead and Shipping and Receiving Supervisor.
  • Establishes strong customer relationships by understanding their needs, frequently communicating progress and anticipating future requirements
• Supports accurate inventory levels by assisting in the development of cycle counting schedules.
• Ensures investigation and correction of all inventory variances, including root cause analysis.
• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Exercises independent judgement and discretion in connection with exercising job duties.
• Ensures compliance and safety of all activities within the organization standards and policies.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management or Supply Chain preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of operational procedures regarding air, ocean, import/export business, domestic transportation.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and international applicable laws and regulations i.e. DOT, customs, TSA, security, and all other import and export government agencies that regulate international trade.
• Demonstrated knowledge of global trade rules, regulations and standards for commodities moving in domestic and international commerce., including associated rules and packaging definitions, specifications and requirements.
• Understanding of the proper classification of commodities for moving in domestic and international commerce.
• Knowledge of domestic and international freight rate construction and application.
• Full understanding of what is required for and how to complete domestic and international shipments.
• Working knowledge of freight carriers and transport processed associated with customs brokerages, international freight forwarding, full and less than full container ocean shipping, full and less than truckloads, airfreight and buyer’s consolidation programs.
• Experience working with large ERP systems (SAP preferred) with strong understanding of Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Understanding of hazardous materials, I.A.T.A., IMDG and DOT Certification preferred.
• Excellent oral, written, problem solving, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
• Position requires the ability to handle the demands of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Possesses judgement to make critical, time sensitive decisions that impact contractual agreements.
• Position requires the ability to travel as needed.
• Highly organized with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.
• Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.