Logistics Transportation Specialist

The Logistics Transportation Specialist is responsible for overseeing the company’s transportation operations, optimizing logistics efficiency, and ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of goods. This role involves managing carrier relationships, analyzing transportation data, and leading process improvements to enhance overall performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Transportation & Logistics Management

• Develop and manage transportation strategies to ensure cost-effective and efficient freight movement.
• Oversee daily shipment schedules, carrier performance, and compliance with company policies.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency and reduce costs.
• Resolve escalated transportation issues, including delays, damages, and claims.

Carrier & Vendor Management

• Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers to optimize freight spend.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with logistics providers, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Monitor and assess carrier performance, taking corrective actions as necessary.

Financial Oversight & Reporting

• Analyze transportation costs, provide recommendations for cost savings, and track budget performance.
• Manage freight payment processes, ensuring accurate invoicing and billing reconciliation.
• Generate reports and provide insights on transportation trends, performance metrics, and operational improvements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a team of logistics specialists and coordinators.
• Provide training and development to enhance team efficiency and performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: 3 - 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Bilingual in Korean and English preferred

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance / EAP (Employee Assistance Program) per company policy
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match per company policy
• Life Insurance and AD&D (Accidental death & Dismemberment) per company policy
• BTA Insurance (Business Travel Accident Coverage)
• Company provided lunch
• Paid-time off (PTO) and Paid Holidays per company policy
• Celebration & Condolence Benefits per company policy
• Employee Discount Program (5%)
• Holiday Gift certificates per company policy
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) per company policy
• DCFSA (Dependent Child Care Spending Account) per company policy

Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday ~ Friday

Salary Range: 65,000 ~ 90,000 based on experience