Strategic Logistics Coordinator: SAP & Freight Optimization

SMS group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with company match

Training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SMS group Inc. is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage end-to-end logistics, coordinating inbound and outbound shipments and optimizing transportation costs.

You will prioritize diverse shipping requirements to meet delivery dates for OEM projects, Technical Service operations, and Workshops. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of logistics experience, with strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
• 2+ years of logistics experience including shipping, working with carriers and freight forwarders, import and export procedures.
• Able to manage time effectively.
• Excellent oral and written language skills.
• Familiarity with GSS or SAP Pro4 systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, receive purchase orders in SAP/GSS, create shipping documents and track shipments through delivery.
• Post goods issue in SAP to trigger invoices to customers.
• Handle all import and export related matters.
• Ensure materials and goods are delivered to sites/vendors on time as per criteria.
• Assess and recommend shipping methods, routing or carriers to meet parameters and costs.
• Communicate with internal customers and logistics providers including Buyers, Engineers, Project Managers, Site Managers and suppliers.
• Address issues and participate in resolution.
• Maintain documentation and monitor carrier performance.
• Develop logistics plans in cooperation with Project Management and Service Plant Managers.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Tools

GSS

SAP Pro4

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

SMS group Inc. is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage end-to-end logistics, coordinating inbound and outbound shipments and optimizing transportation costs.

You will prioritize diverse shipping requirements to meet delivery dates for OEM projects, Technical Service operations, and Workshops. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years of logistics experience, with strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.