Logistics Specialist

Our client, a leader in logistics and supply chain management, is seeking a Specialist, Logistics to join their team. As a Specialist, Logistics, you will be part of the Operations Department supporting the logistics team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, effective communication, and adaptability, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Specialist, Logistics

Location: Suffolk, VA

Pay Range: $18.00

Shift: 11:30AM - 8:30PM (Business operations are 6 days a week with 1 day off; flexibility required)

What's the Job?

• Maintain customer profile information and enter loads from customer tenders into the Freight Optimizer system
• Update account managers on problem loads and communicate actions taken; inform receivers and customers about load status
• Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries to ensure timely and damage-free arrivals
• Take check calls from drivers, ensuring loads will deliver on time; validate all load data prior to marking loads delivered for accounting purposes
• Investigate product overages, shortages, damages, and complete appropriate documentation

What's Needed?

• At least 1 year of logistics experience
• General knowledge of the transportation industry
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills with internal and external partners

What's in it for me?

• Opportunities to develop your logistics and supply chain skills
• Engagement in a dynamic and supportive team environment
• Potential for career growth within the organization
• Work in a role that values attention to detail and proactive problem-solving
• Contribute to efficient and reliable logistics operations

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.