Logistics Specialist Lead

Mars Incorporated in; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated in Franklin, TN, invites an experienced Logistics Specialist/Lead to join a dynamic team. The role focuses on data-driven supplier management, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring contract compliance within an established plan.

You will support clients, provide operational services, and mentor others while expanding personal capabilities through Mars University and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree or 2 years in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• Preferred: degree in Business/Transportation/Logistics/Supply Chain and 1–5 years in the field.
• Knowledge of transportation management systems, routing and dispatch software.

Responsibilities

• Use data management systems to access specific information as required.
• Carry out supplier management activities to support role requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers and manage contracts accordingly.
• Help manage clients by performing standard activities and providing support.
• Provide operational support and serve as first-line supervisor of transactional operations.
• Develop capabilities through training and coaching others.

Skills

Partnership building

Collaboration

Data management

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in Business/Transportation/Logistics/Supply Chain

Tools

Transportation management systems

Routing software

Dispatch software

Job description

Logistics Specialist/Lead

LOGISTICS B4-II

Franklin, TN

We're looking for an individual contributor with recognized skills in a specialized role in the field of Distribution/Transportation.

What are we looking for?

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree OR
• 2 years of relevant experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain
• Ability to builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain
• 1-5 years experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain; carrier facing
• Knowledge of transportation Management system applications, routing and dispatch software

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Use data management systems to access specific information as and when required.
• Carry out a range of supplier management activities, either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.
• Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
• Help manage clients by carrying out standard activities and providing support to others.
• Provide operational support services and sometimes act as first-line supervisor of a transactional operations area. Involves using existing systems and protocols.
• Develop personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities, while also coaching others as required.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site.