Logistics Specialist 2

Intelliswift Software Inc

Coppell, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Business Support, Calendar Management, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Diversity, Economics, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Establish Priorities, Federal Laws and Regulations, Forecasting, Keyboards, Leadership, Load Planning, Logistics, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operations, Operations Guidelines, Operations Planning, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Coordination, SAP, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain Management, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Time Management, Transportation Planning, Transportation Routing, Warehousing, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Coppell, TX

POSTED

3 days ago

Pay rate range - $27/hr. to $29/hr.
Fully Onsite

Description:

Key Responsibilities

Logistics Management
• Monitor shipments and coordinate with customs, carriers, and vendors for timely delivery
• Prepare, review, and submit import/export-related documents
• Collaborate with vendors, customers, and internal departments for seamless delivery processes
• Negotiate competitive pricing and service agreements with vendors and carriers

Logistics Load Planning
• Route shipments using SAP WMS and schedule appointments at customer distribution centers
And track both inbound and outbound shipments
• Secure capacity with truckload carriers and schedule pickups with Collect Customers
• Monitor EDI 214 updates, resolve daily logistics issues, and execute the freight payables process
• Assess opportunities for service level and cost improvements while ensuring carrier performance compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Maintain positive team dynamics and support 3PLs and vendors in daily operations.
• Track and trace shipments daily to prevent delays and support urgent business needs.
• Ensure quick and precise system execution for Client product deliveries.
• Coordinate special projects and additional services as required.
• Support inter-departmental initiatives and collaborate with 3PLs for critical shipments.
• Adhere to federal, state, and local regulatory guidelines in logistics operations.
• Analyze delivery requests, select optimal appointment times, and schedule requests based on optimization metrics.
• Partner with internal teams (demand fulfillment, SCM, warehouse operations) to plan and schedule customer shipments.
• Secure capacity with truckload carriers based on advance forecasting data.
• Schedule and plan customer routed freight.
• Continuously track and trace all inbound/outbound shipments.
• Obtain and analyze rate quotations from transportation carriers.
• Resolve immediate concerns related to customer issues for loads in transit.
• Execute the freight payables process and complete opportunity assessments for service level and cost improvements.
• Ensure accountability for carrier performance.

Qualifications
Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–3 years of experience in transportation planning, scheduling, or operations; global logistics experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and TMS systems.
• Prior experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) is a plus.
• Knowledge of transportation operational terms and best practices.

Technical & Soft Skills
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Working knowledge of TMS and SAP WMS is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex datasets and present insights to stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, reliability, and strong motivational and leadership abilities.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for status updates and logistics matters.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Physical/Mental Demands & Conditions
• Work is performed in an office environment with occasional periods of time-sensitive stress.
• Requires the use of a computer keyboard and video display terminal.
• May involve additional hours beyond the standard schedule as needed.

About the Company

Intelliswift Software Inc

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