Logistics Specialist

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

401k plan

Health insurance

Wellbeing programs

Tuition assistance

Career growth

Job summary

O’Reilly Auto Parts is seeking an Logistics Support Specialist to optimize transportation of goods, plan routes, and coordinate pickups and deliveries. You will monitor costs, resolve issues, and provide exceptional customer service while collaborating with other departments to improve supply chain operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and Excel proficiency. The position offers growth within a company known for internal career advancement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with emphasis on customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic computer operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize shipment routes using transportation management software.
• Schedule and coordinate on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve delays and route deviations.
• Process inquiries for rate estimates and service times.
• Perform freight cost analysis for shipments and special projects.
• Provide excellent customer service regarding shipments.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize supply chain operations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Transportation management systems (TMS)

Logistics software

Job description

This position is responsible for optimizing the transportation of goods by efficiently planning and organizing non-O’Reilly fleet shipments. Primary duties include planning, coordinating and monitoring the pickup and delivery of shipments. The Specialist will play a crucial role in the smooth and cost-effective operation of logistics and transportation services.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilize transportation management software to plan and optimize routes for shipments.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments to ensure on-time pickup and delivery.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve transportation-related issues, such as delays and route deviations.
• Process inquiries for rate estimates and service times.
• Perform freight cost analysis on transportation expenses for shipments and special projects.
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns and requests related to shipments.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize supply chain operations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills/Education/Knowledge/Experience/Abilities

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on excellent customer service
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic computer operations

Desired:

• Prior experience with transportation management systems (TMS) and logistics software
• Prior logistics and/or shipping/receiving experience

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer.

The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.