Logistics Specialist

Aston Carter; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Logistics Specialist for a long-term contract role in Columbus, IN. The role involves daily logistics coordination, managing shipments, and resolving customer issues through effective communication. Candidates should have a solid background in logistics, proficient Excel skills, and ideally experience with international shipping. This onsite position offers flexible hours and potential benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of logistics experience.
• Proficiency in Excel for basic functions and data entry.
• Ability to provide timely and professional responses.

Responsibilities

• Resolve invoicing issues from customers.
• Handle international shipments and required paperwork.
• Process Zendesk tickets and issues (10-15/day).

Skills

Good communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Tools

SAP

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Job Description

This long-term contract position heavily involves day-to-day logistics and return group activities. While there is potential for permanence, this is not anticipated in the near future. As a key member of the logistics team, you will assist in the strategic management of parts programs, providing a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Utilizing current systems and software, you will ensure that dealers, suppliers, and customers have their needs met, primarily communicating via email to ensure timely shipments and resolve any issues such as damaged products or billing errors.

Job Title: Logistics Specialist

Job Description

This long-term contract position heavily involves day-to-day logistics and return group activities. While there is potential for permanence, this is not anticipated in the near future. As a key member of the logistics team, you will assist in the strategic management of parts programs, providing a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Utilizing current systems and software, you will ensure that dealers, suppliers, and customers have their needs met, primarily communicating via email to ensure timely shipments and resolve any issues such as damaged products or billing errors.

Responsibilities

• Resolve invoicing issues from customers.
• Provide special request forms from suppliers.
• Handle international shipments and required paperwork.
• Scan bills of lading and packaging lists.
• Answer and respond to questions from dealers.
• Process Zendesk tickets and issues (10-15/day).
• Investigate payment failures and work with customers to resolve them.
• Communicate shipping updates to customers.
• Process sea, air, and freight credits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of logistics experience (e.g., logistics coordinator, logistics analyst, logistics support).
• Proficiency in Excel for basic functions, formulas, and regular data entry.
• Good communication skills with the ability to provide timely, professional responses.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SAP.
• International shipping experience.
  
  

Work Environment

You will work in a corporate office environment that is neat, polished, and professional, within a cubicle setting. The role does not involve manufacturing, but there is potential for one day of remote work from home after the initial 3-6 months of training. The shift is flexible, Monday to Friday, either 7-4 or 8-5.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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