Logistics Specialist

Midwest Technology Partnership, LLC (MTP); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Technology Partnership, LLC (MTP) is seeking a Logistics Support to manage transport planning and documentation for domestic and international shipments. You will act as the primary contact for logistics providers and internal partners, coordinating pickups, tracking shipments, and ensuring regulatory compliance with export/import requirements.

The role requires a 2+ year background in supply chain or logistics, a strong understanding of import/export rules, and proficiency with tracking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent level of experience).
• Minimum of 2 years in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations and logistics planning processes.
• Proficiency with shipment tracking platforms and/or shipping software (e.g. World Courier, FedEx, DHL).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple shipments at once; ability to prioritize workflow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook.
• Certification for 49CFR and IATA.

Responsibilities

• Manage transport planning and documentation for domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with export/import requirements.
• Act as the primary contact for logistics providers and internal partners to resolve shipment issues.
• Coordinate domestic and international pickups with suppliers and freight forwarders; track shipments from origin to delivery.
• Maintain R&D Logistic HUB records and electronically file supporting documents for regulatory retention.
• Train on and follow R&D, Global Logistics, and International Trade and Compliance procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field

High School Diploma / GED with equivalent experience

Tools

World Courier

FedEx

DHL

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Logistics Support

Functions, Duties, Tasks:

• Manage transport planning and documentation for domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with export/import requirements. Communicate shipment status to the R&D Project teams, and proactively resolve any delays or disruptions.
• Act as the primary contact for logistics providers and internal partners to resolve shipment issues, including delays, damages, or capacity bottlenecks.
• Communicates the coordination of and instructions for shipping and receiving of materials with the R&D Project Team,
• Coordinate domestic and international pickups with suppliers and freight forwarders. Track and manage domestic and international shipments from origin to delivery point.
• Successfully maintains the R&D Logistic HUB records concurrently with shipment activity, and electronically files supporting documents required for regulatory retention requirements.
• Trains on and follows R&D, Global Logistics, and International Trade and Compliance procedures and requirements.
• Compiles and prepares import/export documents
• Manage custom clearance activities in close collaboration with team, where needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (or High School Diploma / GED with equivalent level of experience)
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Manufacturing Operations
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, and logistics planning processes
• Proficiency with shipment tracking platforms and/or shipping software (e.g. World Courier, FedEx, DHL).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple shipments at once. Aptitude to prioritize workflow in order to use time effectively.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations in order to calculate transit times, dimensions, and other transport related data.
• Capacity to recognize when action is necessary and to implement the required actions within a reasonable time in order to manage potential delays or exceptions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook.
• Certification for both 49CFR and IATA.