Logistics Specialist at Stella-Jones Corporation. in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

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We are seeking a Logistics Specialist for our Plymouth, PA operations. This role develops and implements least-cost strategy for transportation and distribution of finished and unfinished products within the organization and customer market by performing the following duties:

Principal Responsibilities:

• Secures transportation availability for all logistical needs.
• Supports transportation functions during emergency situations.
• Follows standardized processes while performing dispatch duties for assigned locations.
• Works with logistics team members to coordinate asset sharing and identify efficiencies.
• Maintain rate databases and assist sales with quotes.
• Develops working relationships with current and new carriers; understands and identifies advantages by engaging carrier strengths.
• Reviews third party performance and carrier sourcing.
• Facilitates communication between sales, customers and carriers as needed for successful, timely deliveries.
• Participates in business development and special projects.
• Contributes to company transportation decisions; exploits cost-savings opportunities for transportation and logistics.
• Participates and contributes to company safety program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience: 4 years' manufacturing logistics experience

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work with carriers, customers service staff, drivers and vendors on daily basis
• Ability to work as a team member under time constraints and conflicting priorities
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively and respond to groups of managers, clients, customers, and team members.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of email, spreadsheet software, database software, word processing software, and presentation software.

Employee Benefits: As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
• Several company-paid benefits including:


• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Other details

• Job Family Transportation
• Pay Type Hourly