Logistics Specialist

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Junior
Logistics • Chemical
The Role
Plans international shipments using SAP, coordinates with logistics vendors, and communicates with customers, transporters, warehouses, suppliers, and shipping lines. Resolves transportation issues, escalates problems when needed, and implements process improvements to increase efficiency and customer service. The role requires export logistics experience, knowledge of import/export procedures, Microsoft Office proficiency, multitasking, and deadline management.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Logistics Specialist is the first contact person for customers, transporters, warehouses, suppliers, shipping lines, providing all necessary administrative and logistic information to ensure a smooth ongoing day-to-day business flow. The Logistics Specialist reports functionally to the Logistics Manager.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan shipments using SAP software.
  • Build relationships with 3rd party logistic vendors to ensure a high level of service.
  • Provide prompt, professional communication with both internal and external customers regarding business requirements and transportation related issues.
  • Respond to incoming communications from internal and external customers and where necessary resolve and escalate issues as needed.
  • Identify, recommend and implement changes that solve problems and result in greater efficiencies and improved customer service.

Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience working in an international export logistics environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook).
  • Experience with SAP preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of import/export procedures

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Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience working in an international export logistics environment
  • Ability to multitask and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Experience with SAP
  • Strong knowledge of import/export procedures
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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
424 Employees
Year Founded: 1978

What We Do

Vinmar International is a global marketing, distribution and project development company that brings value to the world's leading producers and users of plastics and chemicals through tailored business solutions. With more than 40 years of success, Vinmar has experienced and knowledgeable sales and logistics professionals in over 50 offices servicing more than 100 countries and territories.

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