Transportation Specialist

UniUni; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Training & Development

Free Food & Snacks

Job summary

A logistics company in Broadview, IL, is seeking a Transportation Specialist to optimize local operations, monitor transportation costs, and align local activities with network goals. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in transportation or logistics and strong analytical skills. This full-time role offers a salary range of $70,000 to $85,000 and includes benefits such as health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management.
• Strong data analysis and reporting abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor transportation costs and ensure effective tracking.
• Collaborate with teams to align expenses with cost-saving initiatives.
• Maintain and optimize routes using real-time GPS tracking.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Samsara

GPS tracking systems

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: $70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Who Are We? UniUni is a Canadian last-mile e-commerce logistics company that leverages technology to deliver efficient solutions for a superior online shopping experience. We serve a diverse client base across North America and are recognized as a fast-growing company in Canada.

What Do We Offer? We provide opportunities for career growth and development. If you are ready to join UniUni's dynamic team, apply online and share how you can contribute to our success.

Position Overview: The Transportation Specialist is a key member of the Transportation Network Design team. You will help ensure seamless execution of transportation strategies and optimize local operations by tracking expenses, managing driver route assignments, and aligning local activities with broader network goals. The role focuses on driving cost savings, improving efficiency, and continuously improving local transportation processes.

Requirements and Key Responsibilities are listed below.

Responsibilities

• Effective Local Transportation Spend Tracking: Monitor transportation costs at a granular level (fuel, tolls, driver wages, carrier costs, maintenance).
• Cost Control & Accountability: Collaborate with the Transportation Network Design team to align local expenses with cost-saving initiatives.
• Real-Time Updates for Samsara Route Management: Maintain Samsara routes with accurate, real-time GPS tracking and route optimization.
• Route Optimization: Adjust routes based on local conditions to minimize delays, reduce fuel consumption, and improve on-time delivery.
• Alignment with Network Goals: Bridge local operations with network strategies and provide feedback on challenges and opportunities.
• Local-Level Optimization: Address site-specific transportation needs and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Real-Time Problem Solving & Route Management: Respond to operational changes and support drivers with route resources.
• Data-Driven Insights: Collect and analyze transportation data, monitor KPIs, and provide actionable efficiency improvements.
• Cross-Site Consistency: Standardize route management and spend tracking across multiple sites and support scalable expansion.
• Collaboration & Compliance: Work with Fleet, Safety, and Operations to uphold safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Identify opportunities for process improvements and adopt new fleet management technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years in transportation, logistics, or fleet management with a focus on local transportation operations and route optimization.
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and reporting abilities; experience with KPIs and cost metrics.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve real-time operational issues.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration across departments and stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in tracking spend, routes, and safety/compliance standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Samsara or similar fleet management tools.
• Proficiency in GPS tracking systems and transportation management software.
• Knowledge of local transportation regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage operations across multiple sites.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks

Pay range: $70,000 - $85,000

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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