Transportation Logistics Specialist

Faith Technologies Inc; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies Inc. in Opelika, AL is seeking a Transportation and Logistics Specialist who coordinates freight and delivery activities, plans loads, tracks shipments, and ensures accurate documentation.

You will report to the Transportation & Logistics Supervisor and work with carriers and internal teams to keep operations on schedule and compliant. The role requires attention to detail, strong organization, and a service-oriented mindset to support cost-effective, on-time movement of

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a transportation, shipping, or logistics support role; 2+ years preferred.
• Experience using TMS or ERP software; familiarity with shipping documentation and freight terminology.
• DOT and safety regulations knowledge is a plus.
• Travel up to 10% depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support daily transportation operations including load planning, scheduling, and tracking shipments.
• Communicate with carriers and vendors to confirm shipping arrangements and provide updates.
• Enter and maintain accurate shipment data in TMS or ERP systems.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation such as bills of lading, manifests, and delivery receipts.
• Monitor shipments in transit and assist with resolving delays or exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements related to transportation and safety.
• Coordinate with internal departments to support timely deliveries.
• Assist in compiling reports and performance metrics.
• Identify and report areas for process improvement or cost reduction opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Logistics/SCM

Tools

Transportation Management System (TMS)

ERP software

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And - as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” - is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care. The Transportation and Logistics Specialist plays a critical support role in coordinating the execution of freight and delivery activities. Reporting to the Transportation & Logistics Supervisor, this position is responsible for ensuring accurate shipment planning, tracking deliveries, managing documentation, and maintaining communication with carriers and internal stakeholders. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a service-oriented mindset to ensure transportation operations run smoothly, safely, and on time. The Specialist will work closely with the logistics team to support the timely and cost-effective movement of goods while adhering to compliance and safety standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred. Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a transportation, shipping, or logistics support role, with 2+ years preferred. Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or ERP software is preferred, along with knowledge of shipping documentation and freight terminology. Familiarity with DOT and safety regulations is a plus. Travel: up to 10% depending on business needs Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily transportation operations including load planning, scheduling, and tracking shipments.
• Communicate with carriers and vendors to confirm shipping arrangements and provide updates.
• Enter and maintain accurate shipment data in TMS or ERP systems.
• Prepare and process shipping documentation such as bills of lading, manifests, and delivery receipts.
• Monitor shipments in transit and assist with resolving delays or exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements related to transportation and safety.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as procurement, customer service, and materials to support timely deliveries.
• Assist in compiling reports and performance metrics.
• Identify and report areas for process improvement or cost reduction opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test

Faith Technologies Incorporated™ (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. We create success for our partners and team members through innovation and expertise, rethinking how energy is designed, applied and consumed and providing solutions that go beyond the ideas of today. Our organization is intentionally structured to create comprehensive efficiencies, deep expertise and continuous innovation, bringing together the strengths of our brands under the unified market presence of FTI. For more information, visit faithtechinc.com.

FTI participates in E-Verify; please review the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to review your legal rights and protections as a prospective employee: E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) IER Right-to-Work Poster (English/Spanish)