Logistics Specialist

Tangent-Technologies,-LL; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tangent-Technologies,-LL is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage daily supply chain operations, coordinate transport, and resolve delivery issues in a combined office/warehouse setting. You will track shipments and prepare shipping documents while working with carriers and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong communication, data analysis, and ERP/Excel proficiency, with opportunities to optimize processes and control costs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• College degree in supply chain management or business preferred; high school diploma required.
• Minimum 5 years of logistics, customer support and warehouse operations in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation, data analysis, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Forklift certification is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily transport, paperwork creation, and distribution activities to hit cost and delivery targets.
• Negotiate freight rates, contracts, and maintain relationships with shipping partners.
• Oversee import/export documentation and compliance with trade laws.
• Analyze supply chain data to reduce costs and improve delivery speeds.
• Troubleshoot transit delays and inventory issues under deadlines.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Independent work

Task prioritization

Excel

Data analysis

Problem solving

Vendor management

Shipping coordination

Education

College degree in supply chain management or business

High school diploma required

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

The Logistics Specialist manages daily supply chain operations, organizing the safe, cost-effective, & timely movement of goods from suppliers to customers & internal operations. They track shipments, prepare shipping documents, & solve delivery issues while working with carriers & internal teams. Position is a combination of office & warehouse environments.

Requirements

Role and Responsibilities

• Logistics Oversight: Direct daily transport, paperwork creation, & distribution activities to hit cost and delivery targets.
• Carrier Management: Negotiate freight rates, build contracts, & maintain strong performance relationships with global or domestic shipping partners.
• Compliance & Customs: Oversee import and export documentation, ensuring full compliance with trade laws and safety regulations.
• Process Optimization: Analyze supply chain data to cut waste, lower shipping expenses, & boost delivery speeds.
• Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot transit delays, inventory shortages, or customs blocks swiftly under tight deadlines.

Required skills and abilities

• Strong ability to handle multiple shipments & deadlines at the same time.
• Clear speaking and writing skills for daily vendor and team contact.
• Self-starter, able to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks & communicate and present information to customers, peers, & all levels of management.
• Advanced command of ERP systems & high proficiency in EXCEL, Word, Outlook.

Education and experience

• College degree in supply chain management or business preferred. High School diploma required.
• Minimum 5 years of logistics, customer support, and warehouse operations in a preferred. manufacturing environment.
• Exceptional negotiation, data analysis, problem-solving, & communication skills.
• Forklift certification is helpful.

physical requirements

• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, and constant moving & standing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.