Logistics Specialist III (Onsite at Bayer

Logistics Specialist III (Onsite at Bayer)

St. Louis, MO 63141, United States

Schedule:

Full Time

Job Type: Hybrid

Salary Type:
Hourly

Req #: 3265

The Logistics Specialist – Dispatch Role is responsible for covering and tendering open truckloads through the customer's procured carrier base. This role ensures efficient utilization of carrier capacity, equipment, and dock capacity while maintaining a strong focus on cost, service quality, and on-time delivery. Our LS Dispatcher serves as the key link between our carrier and warehouse operations while balancing operational execution with customer and business needs.

This is a hybrid, on-site role requiring close coordination with internal stakeholders and external logistics providers.

• Review customer and transfer load schedules, preparing and working through a dynamic daily requirement of loads.
• Collaborate with multiple shipping locations, and load planners to work through the needs of the market.
• Assign Less-than-Truckload carriers based on availability, cost, and service performance.
• Maintain accurate data and shipment details in the Transportation Management System (TMS) and ensure timely and efficient load execution.
• Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve any planning or capacity issues that could impact delivery schedules.
• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvement.
• Communicate clearly with peers and stakeholders on our aligned goals of meeting performance expectations.
• Ensure compliance with Bayer's logistics policies, safety standards, and all applicable DOT regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to load optimization, carrier performance, and network efficiency.
• Participate in daily logistics meetings to review load execution status and forecast upcoming transportation needs.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in load planning, transportation coordination, or logistics operations or a Undergraduate degree with no prior experience
• Strong understanding of transportation planning, carrier scheduling, and route optimization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Associate's degree in related field
• Experience working within a manufacturing or large-scale distribution network.
• Familiarity with SAP, Four Kites, or other logistics planning and visibility tools.
• Knowledge of full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and multimodal planning.