Senior Logistics Specialist

The Carlstar Group; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Logistics Specialist to enhance their transportation network efficiency. This role involves managing carrier contracts, analyzing data, and overseeing the Transportation Management System. The ideal candidate will thrive in an autonomous environment, possess strong analytical skills, and drive continuous improvement across transportation modes. Join a dynamic team where your contributions can significantly impact logistics operations and help streamline processes for domestic and international shipments. If you are detail-oriented and ready to take on challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, preferably in Transportation.
• Intermediate-level skills in Transportation Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage key transportation scorecards for carrier sourcing.
• Lead and maintain the RFP process for various carriers.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Mathematical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics

Bachelor's Degree in Transportation

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Franklin TN - Franklin, TN

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

The Specialty/Carlstar Division of Titan International is seeking aSenior Logistics Specialist for the Franklin, TN corporate office.This role’s primary responsibilities include carrier contracting, carrier management, and data analysis to ensure the efficient operation of the company’s transportation network. Regular responsibilities for this role will include creating and maintaining company metrics, including standardized reporting and detailed analysis of business challenges, project management, and transportation management system maintenance.

The scope of this role includes all domestic and international inbound/outbound shipments, incoming and outgoing from North America. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and comfortable with autonomous work, detail-oriented, and comfortable with utilizing analytical and interpersonal skills to drive continuous improvement across all modes of transportation.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manages key transportation scorecards to improve carrier sourcing, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and reliability.
• Serves as primary superuser for Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Leads and maintains the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for truckload, LTL, Intermodal, Ocean, and Drayage carriers
• Generates reports on key metrics and financial analysis utilizing a regular and ad hoc cadence, including necessary data modeling and analysis to escalate knowledge on business decisions to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related field.
• 3+ Years Experience in Supply Chain preferably Transportation
• Demonstrated intermediate-level skills in Transportation Management Systems
• Excellent data analysis, mathematical, and interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency required
• Demonstrated advanced project management skills with an emphasis on continuous improvement