Logistics Specialist

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Louisville, KY, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Other
The Role
The Logistics Specialist manages logistics processes including procurement, transportation coordination, and shipping of industrial products, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
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Job Description:

Logistics Specialist – Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

About Packsize 

Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet. 

Position Summary
We are looking for a Logistics Specialist for planning, coordinating, and
optimizing inbound and outbound movement of heavy components, raw
materials, and finished industrial equipment to support our manufacturing
operations. This role ensures seamless support for production lines by managing material availability, minimizing disruptions, and driving continuous
improvements in cost, efficiency, and service levels while maintaining
compliance with all applicable regulations.
 

Key Responsibilities
 

  • Oversee end-to-end logistics processes, including procurement of inbound materials, transportation coordination, and outbound shipping/distribution of finished products
  • Manage relationships and coordinate with suppliers, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, third-party logistics providers and internal teams to ensure timely material availability and resolve shortages or delays
  • Oversee domestic and international shipments, including customs clearance and compliance with transportation regulations, duties and tariffs
  • Negotiate rates and contracts with transportation providers (truck, ocean, air, parcel) and third-party logistics (3PL) partners
  • Monitor shipment performance, resolve escalations, implement corrective actions and identify cost-reduction opportunities
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to lead time reduction, and on-time delivery
  • Develop and maintain logistics related KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain management, Logistics, Operations or related field.
  • 7+ years of logistics or supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of import/export regulations, Harmonic Tariff Scheme (HTS) classification, Country of Origin (COO) documentation and Incoterms
  • Experience managing carriers and negotiating freight contracts
  • Proficiency with ERP systems, especially SAP
  • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
  • Proven ability to manage complex, time-sensitive logistics operations
  • Experience with international manufacturing supply chains

If this role excites you but you don’t meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places. 

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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The Company
HQ: Salt Lake City, UT
474 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Packsize International is the award-winning supply chain and sustainable packaging industry leader in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Packsize introduced On Demand Packaging® in 2002. Today, as a multinational manufacturer of advanced packaging systems and automated packaging machine technology, Packsize B2B customers receive a tailored pre-configured packaging system and optimized workflow designed to deliver the scalable performance and reliability needed for highly efficient packaging environments. Our corrugated machine systems, proprietary software, workflow design solutions, and services deliver Right-sized Packaging on Demand®. Packsize customers increase B2C engagement, satisfaction, and loyalty while improving their supply chain and sustainability requirements. Packsize Right-sized Packaging on Demand® solves both the rising price of paper and demand dilemmas that prompt unsustainable shipping practices. The right-sized box has become the preferred choice by reducing the consumption of corrugated and waste through the ability to size the shipping container to the product order.

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