thinkahead - AHEAD - Global Logistics Specialist
Requirements
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations • 2+ years of customer service or client-facing experience • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word • Familiarity with parcel and freight tracking systems • Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment • 3+ years of related logistics experience • Knowledge of U.S. export laws. • Experience with software programs relevant to logistics operations. • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally • High attention to detail and accuracy • Strong time management and organizational skills • Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines • Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and external partners • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate end-to-end domestic and international shipments, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, and final delivery • Serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams, carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers • Partner with suppliers, warehouses, and logistics providers to schedule and monitor shipments • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and company policies • Prepare, review, and validate shipping documentation (commercial invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, etc.) • Monitor shipments using tracking tools and provide proactive updates and exception management • Identify and resolve delays, discrepancies, and service issues to minimize disruption • Maintain accurate shipment records and support reporting on performance and exceptions • Provide accurate and timely freight quotes, including duties, taxes, and accessorial costs • Analyze shipment requirements and recommend efficient, cost-effective logistics solutions
Benefits
• Through our daily work and internal groups like Moving Women AHEAD and RISE AHEAD, we value and benefit from diversity of people, ideas, experience, and everything in between. • We fuel growth by stacking our office with top-notch technologies in a multi-million-dollar lab, by encouraging cross department training and development, sponsoring certifications and credentials for continued learning. • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Paid company holidays • Paid time off • Paid parental and caregiver leave • Plus more! See benefits https://www.aheadbenefits.com/ for additional details. • We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, assessing responses, or to capture recordings and create transcriptions or summaries during interviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. • If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please refer to the Candidate Privacy Notice or contact us at [email protected]. • You may opt-out of the review or analysis of your application and resume by AI tools by using the General Application. Please include the role you wish to apply for in the Additional Information field. You may also choose to opt-out of recording and transcription at any time, including after joining an interview. Candidates will not be penalized for choosing to opt-out.
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