OSD Specialist

Roadtex; New Jersey; On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Roadtex Transportation is seeking a detail-oriented customer service/logistics specialist to support operations across terminals and warehousing services. You will ensure OS&D procedures are followed, assist with resolutions for lost or damaged freight, and conduct thorough investigations of shortages with proper documentation.

The role requires 1+ years in customer service or logistics, strong communication, and solid MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 2-year community college or vocational degree highly preferred.
• 1+ years' experience in customer service or logistics.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and solve problems while assisting customers.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to follow SOPs with minimal supervision.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication for external and internal customers.

Responsibilities

• Work with Roadtex Terminals and Warehouse Services to ensure OS&D procedures are followed to mitigate claims exposure.
• Collaborate with operations, customer service, service partners and shippers to resolve lost or damaged freight.
• Investigate shortages, gather evidence, document results, and communicate findings.
• Manage disposition of On-Hand shipments and Refusals; complete paperwork and system updates in Roadvision.
• Proactively communicate issues and work to resolve them within the team.
• Manage relationships within assigned accounts.
• Perform routine duties with minimal supervision following standard practices.
• Learn Roadtex/Echo technology to maximize efficiency.
• Participate in team efforts to achieve department and company goals.

Skills

Customer service

Logistics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

2-year community college or vocational degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Roadtex Transportation has become a leader in the nationwide LTL industry, specializing in transporting time and temperature-sensitive products. We handle refrigerated and LTL needs by leveraging no sailing schedules, our nationwide network of 32 strategically placed temperature-controlled facilities, our state-of-the-art tracking, and our specialized equipment and warehousing capabilities. In 2022, Roadtex was acquired by Echo Global Logistics. The acquisition brings a truckload brokerage and expanded transportation management solutions to Roadtex's customers while providing Echo with our national warehouse footprint and advanced temperature-controlled transportation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work with Roadtex Terminals and Warehouse Services on ensuring proper OS&D procedures are followed to mitigate claims exposure.
• Work closely with operations, customer service, service partners and shippers to bring resolution to lost or damaged freight.
• Conduct thorough investigations of shortages, including gathering evidence, documentation of results, and communication.
• Manage the disposition process for "On-Hand" shipments and "Refusals".Complete all necessary paperwork and system updates within Roadvision.
• Proactively communicate issues and work to resolve within the team.
• Manage relationships within assigned accounts.
• Perform routine duties with minimal supervision following standard practices or procedures.
• Gain competency and adopt Roadtex/Echo's technology to be as efficient as possible.
• Participate in pro-active team efforts to achieve department and company goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; 2-year community college or vocational degree highly preferred
• 1+ years' experience in customer service or logistics
• Proven track record in handling multiple task and problem solving when handling difficult customer issues
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures with little to no oversight
• Clear, concise communication skills both written and verbal to effectively assist external and internal customers
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment and able to collaborate with others

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.

Benefits

For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.