Traffic Specialist

Job Description:

This position provides logistical support to our client's system wide business units. The Traffic Specialist is required to make timely and critical business decisions regarding the best mode of transportation of materials and equipment in routine situations, during planned and forced outages & emergency storm restoration efforts. The job also requires extensive knowledge of carriers, Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) rules & regulations and utility material and equipment.

The successful candidate will be required to be on call and work in shifts to support outages & storm restoration efforts.

Job#: 3051422

• High School diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain is preferred.

• Prior experience in transportation services field
• Experience in all aspects of transportation including LTL, Truck Load, Parcel, Hotshot, Dedicated & Air.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office computer products.

• Extensive knowledge of logistics to efficiently and effectively route materials and equipment in routine & emergency situations.
• Knowledge of carriers, NMFC Classifications, DOT regulations, Class 1 – 9 Hazmat transport qualifications as it relates to CFR 49 Standards
• Knowledge of air freight, truck, hotshot, OS/OW regulations as it relates to CFR 49 Standards
• Knowledge of International freight shipment requirements and INCO TERMS
• Knowledge pricing negotiation and contractual agreements with carriers to maximize freight savings.
• Knowledge of Power Delivery and Power Generation materials & equipment.

• Assist internal customers with transportation needs.
• Resolve logistical issues & provide logistics solutions.
• Build strong relationships with carriers, suppliers & internal customers.
• Maintain knowledge of DOT rules & regulations as it relates CFR 49 Standards
• Ensure timely deliveries of materials & equipment in both routine and emergency situations.
• Review freight invoices to insure accuracy.
• Negotiate freight contracts.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

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