Logistics Specialist

Metso Corporation; Mesa, Brookfield (AZ, IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking a Logistics Specialist to enhance sustainable practices in logistics. This role involves managing transportation logistics, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and collaborating with service providers. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to monitoring shipments and ensuring operational efficiency. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to personal growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a greener future while developing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Occupational Healthcare

Generous Benefits Plan

Mental Well-being Services

Education Assistance

Flexible Work Environment

Global Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Prior experience in logistics roles is essential.
• Advanced understanding of Incoterms is required.
• Basic understanding of trade compliance for shipments.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound and outbound transportation logistics.
• Ensure accurate logistics documentation and compliance.
• Collaborate with service providers for smooth operations.

Skills

Logistics Management

Incoterms Knowledge

Trade Compliance

SAP Order Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Logistics Specialist

Primary Location:

Brookfield, WI, US Mesa, AZ, US

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 05/16/2025

Introduction

We are seeking a Logistics Specialist to join our team. You will be responsible for daily operational execution of all delivery modes transportation; inbound and/or outbound as well as direct source to customers. This includes all transportation related activities from booking to nominated Logistics Service Provider to freight invoice review and posting, this includes possible import and/or export clearance formalities on an operational perspective. In this position, you will report to the Outbound Logistics Manager, US & CA.

This position is mainly located in Brookfield, WI or Mesa, AZ but we are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. There may be 10% travel required for the role.

Team you belong to

You will join a team of logistic specialists dedicated to pro-actively monitor active shipments and react/contact internal and external stakeholders when necessary. Logistics Specialists also are responsible for the activities between Logistics Centers and physical loading of the cargo.

The members in our team are located in Brookfield, WI and Mesa, AZ.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate Transportation: Manage inbound, outbound, and source-to-customer transportation in line with the operating model and terms & conditions (e.g., Incoterms).
• Ensure Accurate Documentation: Verify that all logistics documentation is accurate and complete for transportation.
• Collaborate with Service Providers :Work with logistics service providers for warehousing, brokerage, and transportation to ensure smooth operations.
• Support Stakeholders: Provide information and support to stakeholders (e.g., Order Management) regarding operational logistics and possibilities.
• System Setup Compliance: Ensure logistics system setup aligns with global/regional guidelines and the logistics operating model.
• Operational Coordination: Set up operations with the Logistics Center and align daily execution of inbound and outbound transportation.
• Adhere to Agreements: Operate with approved logistics service providers according to LSP agreement documentation.
• Customs Compliance :Ensure local import & export customs compliance as per local regulations and Metso global/regional guidelines.
• Customs Brokerage Execution: Manage the execution of approved local customs brokerage with customs brokers.
• Facilitate Documentation: Obtain missing/requested information or facilitate documentation corrections from customs brokers to support customs clearance.
• Monitor Activities: Oversee Logistics Center activities to ensure timely and accurate transportation bookings.
• Manage Shipping & Loading: Handle shipping and loading activities as per specified terms & conditions (e.g., Incoterms).
• Proactive Communication: Update systems and communicate proactively in case of changes, ensuring preventive/corrective actions when feasible.
• Invoice Processing: Match and post freight invoices according to guidelines and setup.
  

Who You Are

• Experienced: Prior experience in a logistics role.
• Knowledgeable: Advanced understanding of Incoterms and related commercial responsibilities.
• Compliance-Savvy: Basic understanding of trade compliance requirements for inbound/outbound shipments from the USA.
• Tech-Savvy: Experience with SAP order management and delivery modules.
• Communicative: Strong ability to communicate and influence internal and external service providers

What's in it for you

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Wellbeing and safety - Benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, healthy living rewards, mental well-being services, and engagement surveys.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.
• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment.
• A thriving culture - We are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.