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Venti Air
Domestic transportation specialist
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A Logistics Specialist plans and manages logistics, including the distribution and transportation of supplies, equipment or materials for a company or organization. Develops order schedules and policies, tracks shipments, coordinates storage and works with suppliers and transportation companies. Implements efficient and cost-effective transportation and distribution systems.
$68,436 / year median in Texas
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Domestic transportation specialist Venti Air - 1.0 Rosenberg, TX Job Details Full-time $15 - $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications General freight transportation Customer communication Interpersonal skills Less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation Spreadsheets Logistics customer service Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Contracts Productivity software Analytics Full Job Description Job Overview This role owns transportation performance. We're looking for someone who notices problems early, communicates clearly, and follows every issue through to resolution. You should not be reminded that a shipment is late, a carrier is underperforming, or freight costs are trending in the wrong direction. This role requires strong analytical skills. You must be comfortable reviewing freight costs and carrier performance, then walking into the warehouse to understand why a process is creating shipping exceptions. Job Duties We are a small company so you likely to wear more than one hat. In addition to the primary duties outlined below you are likely to be assisting in office and building management. Routing FTL and LTL shipments, while working closely with operations & customer service Making & tracking delivery appointments Handling & resolving delivery exceptions/delays and customer inquiries Communicating load delays/exceptions to shippers & receivers Negotiate carrier rates, contracts, accessorial charges, and service agreements and manage carrier relationships Audit freight invoices and challenge billing errors or charges that do not match negotiated agreements Manage domestic small-parcel shipments to consumer customers, ensuring accuracy, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery Required experience, skills, and education Bachelor's degree & minimum 2 years logistics experience required Hands-on experience with parcel carriers such as UPS, FedEx, USPS, or regional providers Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and Excel required) Experience in FTL and LTL planning. Positive team player Strong customer service & communication skills Well organized & detail orientated Ability to work in a fast pace, stressful environment Decision making & problem-solving skills