Tubelite Inc.
Position Summary
The Logistics Assistant is responsible to work with the Logistics and Finance members to ensure timely and accurate entry of all freight bills into the Freight Audit and Payment systems.
Responsibilities
- Ensure proper entry of all orders into software system
- Verify appropriate approvals have been received to process orders
- Research and resolve invoices that are not in compliance with contractual agreements
- Examine freight bills for accuracy against contracted rates
- Communicate with carriers to get necessary paperwork in a timely fashion
- Learn company operations: Learn company operations for the brand and various internal departments
- Enter all manually received invoices accurately within 1 business day of receipt
- Verify all data is entered accurate prior to export cut-off time
- Lead weekly/monthly calls with Finance/AP to review status of freight entry activities
- Maintain excellent relationships with clients and carriers, providing clear and concise information and directions
- Monitor issues, ensuring mutual resolution, escalating to the Account Manager as required
- Identify areas to improve, resulting in reduction or absence of finance charges
- Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with clients and carriers
- Run and distribute required reports
- Ensure month-end tasks are completed accurately and on-time
Experience & Skills
Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Previous Traffic or related experience preferred
- Previous data entry experience preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software
Required Skills
- Effective time management skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team.
- Effective interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written skills
- Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
- Sound mathematical and numeracy skills
Apogee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Top Skills
What We Do
By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value.
Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects.
We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
