Logistics Claims & Settlements Specialist

Telnet, Inc.; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Telnet, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Claims Specialist to investigate OS&D claims, audit shipping documents, and manage deductions and chargebacks.

The role collaborates with Warehouse Operations, Billing, Customer Service, Transportation, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and optimize AR/AP impacts from settlements. Strong Excel skills and ERP proficiency are essential for data reconciliation and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Excel skills including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables and data reconciliation.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution abilities for carrier/vendor disputes.
• High attention to detail and ability to interpret contracts and insurance guidelines.
• Experience with OS&D claims investigation and dispute handling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Investigate OS&D claims, shipment refusals, and carrier disputes.
• Audit POD, BOL, shipping documentation and inspection photos to verify claims.
• Research deductions and overpayments to determine credits or chargebacks.
• File and track freight claims with carriers, freight forwarders, and underwriters.
• Negotiate settlements and recoveries according to carrier liability rules and contracts.
• Maintain and update claims aging reports to minimize outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with Warehouse Operations, Billing/Settlement, Customer Service, and Transportation to resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Finance to reconcile AR/AP impacts from deductions and settlements.
• Track claim trends and identify systemic bottlenecks to drive improvements.
• Recommend packaging, handling, or routing improvements to mitigate cargo loss.

Skills

Excel advanced

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Contract interpretation

Tools

SAP

Cello Logistics Platform

WMS/TMS

Job description

Telnet, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Claims Specialist to investigate OS&D claims, audit shipping documents, and manage deductions and chargebacks.

The role collaborates with Warehouse Operations, Billing, Customer Service, Transportation, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and optimize AR/AP impacts from settlements. Strong Excel skills and ERP proficiency are essential for data reconciliation and process improvement.