Transportation and Shipping Specialist

Job Title: Logistics Specialist (Shipment)
Department: US SCM Team
Shift: Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Direct Report: SCM Director
Type: Exempt;
Full-time

We are looking for a reliable Logistics Specialist to check and control the flow of stock in the warehouses to ensure more effective logistic processes according to the SOPs, prepare the shipping plans using the related logistics systems to achieve targets in accordance with action plan, and cooperate with warehouse operations to ensure more effective logistics processes.

• Prepare the daily report about the flow of stocks. (daily results of receiving, loading and stocks of warehouse)
• Prepare the shipping plans using the related logistics system (SAP) according to the shipment priority
• Generate the shipment plan and cooperate with warehouse operations to move stock into the loading area for shipping
• Determine the priority of picking according to the FIFO rule
• Take actions promptly and report to the office SPV, if any trouble occurs in the work area
• Keep the work processes according to the labor safety laws, regulations and SOPs
• Cultivate relationships with carrier partners and outside vendors
• Coordinate shipments from the manufacturing facility to the distribution centers and customers based on demand
• Communicate with the Sales Group to ensure more effective shipping workflow and determine the shipment priority in accordance with the internal rules and RDD
• Conduct the bid and consultation process for selecting the best service providers to deliver products from CDC to RDC or the customer
• Locate vendors as needed to support company’s needs to use outside storage space, create the contract/ consultation, and manage the vendor and payment
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Education:

• (Required) bachelor's degree
• (Preferred) supply chain management or logistics management major or advanced degree in a related field

Experience:

• (Required) 2-5 years of relevant experience
• (Preferred) previous experience in the manufacturing industry (transportation/distribution, TMS, scheduling, and or planning)

Language:

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills & Knowledge:

• Administration and Management
  - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Transportation
  - Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits
• Production and Processing
  - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Customer and Personal Service
  - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Critical Thinking
  - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Reading Comprehension
  - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Active Listening
  - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Monitoring
  - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Must be able to…