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Trident Consulting is seeking a " Logistics & Transportation Specialist” for one of our clients in " Norwood, OH ” A global leader in business and technology services.
Job Title: Logistics & Transportation Specialist
Location: Norwood, OH (100% Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months Contract (05/20/2026 – 05/19/2027)
Pay Rate: $25/hr on W2
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a Logistics & Transportation Specialist to support shipping, transportation, and distribution operations within a warehouse environment. This role will coordinate domestic and international shipments, prepare shipping documentation, work with freight forwarders and carriers, and ensure compliance with transportation regulations including DOT, IATA, and IMDG requirements.
The ideal candidate will have logistics, supply chain, warehouse, transportation, or shipping experience and strong organizational and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
Shipping & Transportation Coordination
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments.
- Prepare and submit shipment documentation and booking requests.
- Obtain shipment bookings with freight forwarders, steamship lines, and consolidators.
- Route shipments efficiently while considering cost, service, and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate shipment consolidations to improve transportation efficiency.
Logistics & Customer Support
- Act as liaison between customers, freight forwarders, freight brokers, and carriers.
- Resolve shipment issues including delays, lost shipments, and damaged freight.
- Respond to customer inquiries related to shipping and transportation.
- Support hazardous material shipment documentation requirements (no physical handling required).
Inventory & Supply Management
- Manage administrative and warehouse supply inventory.
- Monitor replenishment levels and order supplies as needed.
- Maintain accurate inventory and logistics records.
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare shipping and export documentation.
- Maintain electronic and paper document files.
- Ensure compliance with:
- DOT Regulations
- IATA Regulations
- IMDG Regulations
- Good Distribution Practices (GDP)
- Support hazardous material shipping documentation.
General Duties
- Maintain shipment records and tracking information.
- Support warehouse and distribution activities as required.
- Perform miscellaneous administrative and logistics tasks.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 1–3 years of experience in:
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse Operations
- Shipping & Receiving
- Strong computer skills.
- Experience with:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and troubleshoot shipping issues.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Shipping Certification.
- Knowledge of:
- DOT
- IATA
- IMDG
- CFR 49 Regulations
- Previous logistics, transportation, warehouse, or supply chain experience.
- Experience with international shipping documentation.
Key Skills
- Logistics Coordination
- Transportation Management
- Shipping & Receiving
- Freight Coordination
- Supply Chain Operations
- International Shipping
- Shipment Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Freight Forwarders
- Hazardous Materials Documentation
- DOT Compliance
- IATA Regulations
- IMDG Regulations
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Problem Solving
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and move throughout warehouse areas.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs occasionally.
- Ability to work on feet for extended periods.
- Frequent computer and office equipment usage
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.