Transportation Specialist

Wurth Industry US; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/Paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Würth Industry US in Louisville, KY, seeks a Transportation Specialist to coordinate domestic and international shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing processes.

You will work with carriers, brokers, and internal teams, prepare documentation, monitor shipments, and help reduce costs while delivering excellent service. Starting salary is $55,000 with incentive opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, Business Admin, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of shipping regulations and documentation preferred.
• Proficiency in logistics software (ERP, TMS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate domestic and international shipments, selecting appropriate transportation methods (air, sea, land, truck, rail).
• Schedule and monitor shipments to ensure timeliness.
• Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and service providers to manage logistics operations.
• Ensure shipments comply with laws and regulations, including HAZMAT, DOT, and import/export requirements.
• Prepare documents such as bills of lading, invoices, certificates of origin, arrival notices, and delivery receipts.
• Maintain relationships with logistics partners, suppliers, and customers.
• Resolve shipment issues and provide prompt customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Related field or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

TMS software

MS Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Transportation Specialist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of international and/or domestic shipments. This includes coordinating the transportation of goods across global markets, ensuring compliance with international & domestic transportation regulations, and optimizing transportation processes. The specialist will work closely with internal teams and external partners to facilitate efficient domestic & international transportation operations. The objective of this role is to deliver a common, shared platform of expertise in freight/logistics methodology that provides customers with opportunities for improvement in the movement of goods and reduction in the associated costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and coordinate domestic &/or international shipments, including selecting appropriate transportation methods (air, sea, land, truck, rail, etc).
• Schedule and monitor shipments to ensure timeliness in all aspects of the move.
• Communicate with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and service providers to manage logistics operations.
• Ensure all shipments comply with relevant transportation laws and regulations, including HAZMAT, DOT, customs, and import/export requirements.
• Prepare and process necessary documentation, such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, arrival notices, and delivery receipts.
• Stay updated on changes in transportation regulations and the company's trade and transportation compliance policies - adjust processes accordingly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with logistics partners, suppliers, and customers.
• Resolve any shipment related issues or disputes.
• Provide exceptional customer service and ensure all inquiries and concerns are addressed promptly.
• Be an active participant in an effective functional team through appropriate communication, interaction, training, cross-functional support, and enforcement of Wurth Industry+ policies and procedures.
• Continuously improve productivity and efficiency of processes throughout the enterprise.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of shipping regulations, customs procedures, transportation methods and documentation requirements is preferred.
• Proficiency in logistics software and systems (e.g. ERP, TMS) a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High standard of professionalism and ethics
• Preferred style of teamwork, collaboration, and humility
• Ability to lead through influence and make solid business-based decisions
• Applicable conflict resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize quickly, pivot rapidly to implement solutions, and coordinate across multiple requirements to meet timely deadlines
• Strong analytical skills to support solid business and customer focused decision making
• Ability to solve problems quickly, creatively, and efficiently
• Possess a high level of attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to communicate effective both verbally and with written communications
• Proficiency with MS Office products, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Travel estimated up to 10%.

Pay

Starting at $55,000

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include education, skills, work experience and certifications. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive bonus. An incentive bonus, if any, depends on various factors such as organizational performance.

The Wurth Difference

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays

EEOC STATEMENT

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.