Logistics Specialist

Category

Logistics/Inventory

All Locations

• 639 S Sanborn Rd, Salinas, California
• 600 Benjamin Dr., Springfield,
  
  

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Tracking Code

996

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Logistics Specialist is the primary support for all delivered transportation activities throughout the Dole Fresh Vegetable network during designated shift which includes weekend and or nighttime hours. The Logistics Specialist primarily supports track and trace, customer reporting, and collaboration with suppliers on recovery solutions. The role will also provide transportation planning support as needed over the shift.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Develop relationships with supplier contacts supporting Dole Fresh Vegetables (DFV) to establish expectations of timely communication and solutions as issues arise.
• Track and trace delivered freight through our proprietary Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Communicate late delivery exceptions proactively to internal/external customers.
• Facilitate and coordinate expediting of loads with suppliers to support customer needs.
• Provide daily/weekly performance reports to DFV stakeholders, customer, and suppliers.
• Manage OSDs as they arise to gather required documentation while providing direction to suppliers.
• Support logistics planners and DFV operations with scheduling of pickup and delivery appointments.
• Secure trucking capacity when business needs arise and communicate resolution plans to all key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the logistics team members through hand-offs at the beginning and end of work shifts to prioritize needed items.
• Prioritize and meet deadlines on other duties and projects as assigned by Logistics leadership.
• All DFV Team Members are required to adhere to all policies, practices, and SOP’s related to producing and distributing Safe Quality Food (SQF’s).
• All DFV Team Members have the responsibility and authority to report any problems pertaining to food safety and quality to leadership.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Skills

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working within a Supply Chain Operations function.
• Transportation or Supplier Management experience is preferred.
• Previous employment within a fast-paced, consumer packaged goods or fresh supply chain environment preferred.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of full truckload and less than truckload operations.
• Experience managing multi-modal experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Proven problem solving and resolution skills are required to manage through issues as they arise.
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver timelines with a sense of urgency as required
• Capable of working independently with minimal direction during night shift hours
• Proven track record working within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with demonstrated success working with various business systems
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and/or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems a strong plus.
  
  

PHYSIC AL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift (including overhead) up to 15 lbs.
  
  

WORK HOUR & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 days a week 7PM EST to 6AM EST.
• Work beyond regular business hours and rotational holiday coverage, as needed.
  
  

Required Experience

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• Minimum of High School diploma or GED required
  
  

PAY RATE:

• $67,000 - $70,000 Annually
  
  

EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.