You will proactively support internal customers and suppliers in the execution of project objectives (including identifying, developing, and executing logistics plans in accordance with project-specific needs to ensure on-time and safe delivery of components).You will evaluate transportation providers for inclusion in N/Es supply base and for future work opportunities (including audits of invoices), issue requisitions for transportation services and coordinate internally to ensure on time placement or transportation purchase orders, communicate and oversee documentation and shipping specification requirements with customers and suppliers, proactively identify opportunities and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of department policies, procedures, and supporting systems, maintain expanded level of knowledge for Customs Importation/Exportation and Trade Compliance PolicyQUALIFICATIONS. DAY IN THE LIFE:The Transportation Project Specialist reports directly to the Logistics Manager and will create and execute transportation plans that enable timely and cost-effective shipment of raw materials and finished goods both domestically and internationally through close coordination with internal customers (Procurement, Projects, Engineering & Sales) and by negotiating favorable shipping/handling terms with suppliers.