Logistics Specialist

Position Summary

The Logistics Specialist provides a tactical interface between US operations, freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, international affiliate locations and international suppliers for the purpose of ensuring continuity in our global supply chain.

• Provide routing instructions to US supply base for incoming materials under collect terms.
• Provide freight quotes to internal teams (as necessary)
• Arrange surface expedites and truckload carriage (as necessary).
• Coordinate cross-border imports from Canada and Mexico working in conjunction with Global Trade Compliance and procurement.
• Troubleshooting and daily event resolution for shipments in transit
• Provide tracking and visibility data to materials planning, sourcing and plant leadership.
• Maintain freight procure to pay cycle working with 3rd party payment contractor and contractor portal.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with 3rd party logistics partners.
• Manage freight claims (as necessary)
• Responsible for reporting monthly metrics, freight adjustments and analysis.

• Working knowledge of relevant governing regulations (US department of commerce, department of transportation, department of homeland security etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of global transportation industry including pricing, invoicing, document control and the various governing regulatory controls
• Familiar with SAP logistics, distribution, inventory, regulatory and order processing roles
• Proficient in MS office suite including Excel, Word and Power Point
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field
• 0-2 years’ experience in logistics, sourcing, or supply chain
• Expert understanding of US import and export compliance (Preferred Competency)

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitic Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

Drug-Free Workplace. In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.