Senior Logistics Specialist

Kelly; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Senior Logistics Specialist to lead international shipments and optimize supply chain operations in a fast-paced global environment.

You will coordinate air, ocean, and ground movements, work with freight forwarders and brokers, and ensure compliance with trade regulations. A Bachelor’s in a related field and 5+ years of experience are required; SAP GTS exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field with supply chain focus.
• 5+ years of international logistics or global supply chain experience.
• Experience coordinating shipments across multiple transportation modes.
• Familiarity with import/export regulations and trade documentation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive Global Logistics: Coordinate domestic and international shipments via air, ocean, ground, and express.
• Keep Shipments Moving: Work with freight forwarders, carriers, brokers, and 3PLs for timely pickups and clearances.
• Navigate Trade Compliance: Support import/export rules, customs docs, product classification, and origin.
• Optimize Transportation Costs: Analyze freight spend, performance, trends, and KPIs for savings.
• Improve Inventory Visibility: Monitor movements, receipts, transfers, and discrepancies.
• Leverage Technology & Analytics: Use SAP GTS and other SCM systems for shipments, reporting, and improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Business Admin

Tools

SAP GTS

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: $90,000-110,000k a year + Annual Bonus

Onsite in Phoenix/Peoria, Arizona

Ready to move global supply chains forward?

Join and play a critical role in keeping the world’s semiconductor supply chain moving! We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical Senior Logistics Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced global environment and knows how to turn complex logistics challenges into smart, cost-effective solutions.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact by coordinating international shipments, optimizing transportation performance, strengthening trade compliance, and ensuring critical materials reach their destinations efficiently and reliably.

What You'll Do

• Drive Global Logistics: Coordinate domestic and international shipments across air, ocean, ground, and express transportation.
• Keep Shipments Moving: Partner with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and 3PL providers to ensure timely pickups, customs clearance, and deliveries.
• Navigate Trade Compliance: Support import/export regulations, customs documentation, product classification, country of origin, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Optimize Transportation Costs: Analyze freight expenditure, carrier performance, transportation trends, and service metrics to identify savings and efficiency opportunities.
• Improve Inventory Visibility: Monitor inventory movements, material receipts, warehouse transfers, and finished goods shipments while investigating discrepancies.
• Solve Logistics Challenges: Proactively address shipment delays, customs issues, and delivery disruptions through cross-functional collaboration.
• Leverage Technology & Analytics: Use SAP GTS and other supply chain systems to support international shipments, trade compliance, reporting, and operational improvements.
• Measure What Matters: Maintain dashboards, forecasting models, KPIs, and performance reports that drive smarter supply chain decisions.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Business Administration, or a related field—or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in international logistics, transportation, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, trade compliance, or global supply chain operations.
• Hands-on experience coordinating international shipments across multiple transportation modes.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations, customs procedures, and international trade documentation.
• Experience working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Background in semiconductor, electronics, high-tech manufacturing, or a similar global supply chain environment.
• Familiarity with SAP GTS, SAP, or other trade compliance and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Foreign Trade Zones, bonded warehouses, or related trade compliance operations is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Help Keep the Global Semiconductor Industry Moving

If you're passionate about international logistics, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you!