Logistics Specialist

Mississippi Lime Company - Saint Louis, MO

Part-time,Full-time

Onsite - Saint Louis, MO

Truck Transportation

About the position

The Logistics Specialist position at MLC is crucial for the effective management of the company's supply chain operations. This role involves supporting the management of various transportation methods including truck, rail, barge, and transload operations. The specialist will analyze logistics activities, resolve issues, and ensure smooth communication across departments, suppliers, and customers, all while focusing on operational excellence and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Support Supply Chain process through rate procurement and carrier selection process.
• Plan and coordinate the movement of goods for Rail, Truck, and Barges shipments to Customers and MLC distribution facilities.
• Collaborate with various departments, suppliers, and customers to ensure a smooth flow of information.
• Resolve logistics issues and challenges that may arise during the supply chain process.
• Perform logistics administrative tasks around documentation, record keeping, and data maintenance within the ERP System.
• Learn, develop, and support operation excellence activities to improve reliability and reduce costs.
• Audit variances on invoices, review for accuracy, and dispute invalid invoices.
• Schedule and tender freight in support of logistic requirements.
• Monitor and create necessary reports to monitor customer rail shipments to maintain best usage of lease railcar fleet.
• Perform other duties as directed by Logistics Manager, Logistics Team Leader, or Sales & Marketing.

Requirements

• 4 year degree or related logistics experience.
• Strong computer skills using MS Office suite of products.
• Exceptional communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with all levels of people within a fast-paced organization.
• Strong judgment skills and the ability to think ahead, prepare action plans to achieve results, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Team-oriented individual with the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation and benefits
• Generous perks focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities