The Traffic Specialist II is responsible for managing all load tendering activities, from external/non-HWI shipping locations, in a manner that ensures cost effective transportation of goods at service levels that meet corporate objectives. Logistics invoice payment processing and oversight.
Responsibilities
Ensuring all orders are dispatched and assigned for pickup on the appropriate ship date to meet promised delivery dates, in the most cost-efficient method available.
Creating all physical transactions to ensure that all shipping documentation (bills of lading, packing slips, export documents, etc.) are generated on a timely basis and contain accurate information.
HWI logistics metrics management, analysis and reporting, to include: Cost, 3-day lead time and performance metrics. Results must be communicated to the appropriate stakeholders.
Communicating daily with shipping sites, carriers and internal/external customers regarding daily shipping requirements and/or tracking information.
Auditing freight invoices, processing and payment.
Supporting HarbisonWalker business objectives by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.
Logistics freight claim processing and follow up.
Requirements:
B.S. degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field
Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced excel expertise
Requires knowledge of Oracle/OTM and web-based software (CarrierPoint, etc.)
Requires strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Requires strong analytical skills and the ability to assemble and quickly analyze data to make decisions
Requires time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priority projects at the same time
Requires the ability to solve business problems independently
The Traffic Specialist II requires two (2) – four (4) years of professional experience in transportation planning.
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time sitting, and talking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking, using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; less than 1/3 of time climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 10 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
Vision: Requires accurate close, distance and color vision, and the ability to focus.
Environment: Requires more than 2/3 of time in an office setting with very limited exposure; less than 1/3 of time exposed to wet/humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, and extreme heat/cold.
Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise conditions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
- Two to four years of professional experience in transportation planning
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Advanced Microsoft Excel expertise
- Knowledge of Oracle OTM and web-based transportation software such as CarrierPoint
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze data for decision-making
- Time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to solve business problems independently
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
What We Do
HarbisonWalker International (HWI) is a leading supplier of refractory products and services in the United States, providing high-temperature solutions for various industries.
