Logistics Specialist

Socket.dev; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Logistics Representative to coordinate daily material movements, ensure accurate shipments, and maintain inventory flow. You will act as a key liaison between carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure uninterrupted operations and on-time delivery performance.

The role requires analyzing transportation costs, lead times, and inventory levels, tracking shipments, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall supply chain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• 2+ years in logistics, shipping/receiving, transportation coordination, or related supply chain roles.
• Knowledge of logistics systems, ERP transactions, TMS software and shipping documentation.
• Experience with carriers, freight forwarders, or warehouse operations.
• Effective communication, proactive initiative, and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates inbound and outbound shipments with documentation, routing, and carrier schedules.
• Collects and analyzes logistics data to support operational decisions.
• Identifies trends in data to support demand forecasting and optimization.
• Tracks shipments and resolves delays or carrier issues.
• Communicates daily with carriers, suppliers, and internal teams on delivery schedules.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify logistics improvements.
• Supports freight claims, carrier performance reviews, and compliance activities.
• Coordinates expedited shipments to support production needs.
• Supports continuous improvement for logistics efficiency and cost reduction.
• Develops and maintains logistics KPIs to monitor performance.
• Provides support for logistics projects and initiatives.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Data analysis

Carrier coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

ERP systems

TMS software

Job description

Position Overview

The Logistics Representative is responsible for coordinating daily material movements, ensuring timely and accurate shipments, maintaining inventory flow, and supporting production requirements. This role serves as a key liaison between carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure uninterrupted operations and on time delivery performance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy of documentation, routing, and carrier scheduling.
• Collects and analyzes logistics data such as transportation costs, lead times, and inventory levels to support operational decision making.
• Identifies trends and patterns in logistics data to support demand forecasting and optimize overall supply chain performance.
• Tracks shipments and proactively resolves delays, discrepancies, or carrier issues.
• Communicates daily with carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure alignment on delivery schedules and logistics priorities.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to identify logistics improvement opportunities and support implementation of solutions.
• Supports freight claims, carrier performance reviews, and logistics compliance activities.
• Coordinates expedited shipments when required to support critical production needs.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics efficiency, cost reduction, and service reliability.
• Develops and maintains logistics performance metrics and KPIs to monitor operational effectiveness.
• Provides support for logistics related projects and initiatives as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• 2+ Experience in logistics, shipping/receiving, transportation coordination, or related supply chain roles.
• Knowledge of logistics systems, ERP transactions, TMS software and shipping documentation.
• Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders, or warehouse operations.
• Effective communication, proactive initiative, and strong problem‑solving skills.

Scope of Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required. Employees may be assigned additional job‑related responsibilities as needed and are expected to follow all instructions provided by supervisors or management.

All listed duties are considered essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may be adjusted or modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this position successfully, the employee must demonstrate the skills, competencies, and abilities necessary to conduct each function effectively.