Logistics Specialist in Ravenna

Energy Jobline ZR; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS Compounding in Ravenna, OH, is seeking a Logistics Specialist to own the full order-to-delivery cycle, coordinating with customers, production, warehouse, and transport providers. The role requires strong SAP experience, Excel proficiency, and collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate will manage international shipments, ensure on-time delivery, and support process improvements while working a daytime, on-site schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, order management, transportation coordination, or a related role.
• Background in manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across internal departments and external partners.
• SAP or comparable ERP experience.
• Experience with international shipping and export documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• Forklift certification and Lean/Six Sigma knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, enter, and maintain customer purchase orders in SAP across the full order-to-delivery cycle.
• Coordinate shipment scheduling with transportation providers and 3PL partners; track shipments and communicate delivery updates.
• Monitor order status and serve as the primary communication point for customers and internal teams.
• Verify inventory availability and coordinate product shipments to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare and process shipping and logistics invoices; review transportation and vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Prepare export documentation for international shipments including commercial invoices and shipping instructions.
• Resolve customer inquiries related to orders, deliveries, inventory availability, and billing.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and customer service processes.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Prioritization

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Logistics Specialist

Ravenna, OH | ABS Compounding | Plastics Manufacturing | Monday–Friday | Day Shift

Compensation: $65,000 – $80,000

Employment: Full-Time / Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

A well-established plastics manufacturing facility — subsidiary of a global chemical industry leader — is adding a Logistics Specialist to its operations team in Ravenna, Ohio. This role owns the full order-to-delivery cycle, serving as the critical link between customers, internal production teams, warehouse partners, and transportation providers. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and take pride in accurate, on-time order execution, this is the role for you.

What You'll Do

• Receive, enter, and maintain customer purchase orders in SAP across the full order-to-delivery cycle
• Coordinate shipment scheduling with transportation providers and 3PL partners; track shipments and communicate delivery updates proactively
• Monitor order status and serve as the primary communication point for customers and internal stakeholders including Sales, Production, Quality, and warehouse teams
• Verify inventory availability and coordinate product shipments to meet customer requirements
• Prepare and process shipping and logistics-related invoices; review transportation and vendor invoices for accuracy and approval
• Prepare export documentation for international shipments including commercial invoices, certificates of , and shipping instructions
• Resolve customer inquiries related to orders, deliveries, inventory availability, and billing
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to logistics and customer service processes

What You'll Need

• Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, customer order management, transportation coordination, supply chain, or a related role
• Background in a manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environment — required
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously across internal departments and external partners
• SAP or comparable ERP system experience — strongly
• Experience with international shipping and export documentation —
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field ; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
• Forklift certification and/or Lean/Six Sigma knowledge a plus

Why This Role

You’ll have direct ownership of customer order execution within a globally recognized manufacturing organization, with full visibility across supply chain, production, and commercial functions — all on a stable day‑shift schedule with a competitive compensation and benefits package.