Job description

Logistics Specialist

Fire-Dex is the fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders and the world's largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance under our subsidiary, Gear Wash. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Medina, Ohio, we are a global company that prides ourselves on being a family-owned and operated business with a mission “to serve those who serve”. Alongside our dedicated team of associates, we have helped pave the path of innovation for new products and services focused on the health and safety of first responders by offering turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, helmets, and PPE rentals.

Due to growth, we’re adding to our team. We’re currently seeking a qualified Logistics Specialist accountable for providing coordination and oversight of logistic activities, including inbound and outbound deliveries, transportation, freight and traffic. It’s a great opportunity for someone to be the subject matter expert, troubleshoot and drive continuous improvement of this area. This is an onsite position based out of our headquarters in Medina, OH.

Responsibilities include:

• Support all aspects of freight movements and costing
• Research, collect and interpret logistics data, evaluate the efficiency of transits, and identify streamlined transportation methods and create process improvements to support them
• Identify problem areas and budget deviations within the company’s transportation and supply network and prepare recommendations to save the company time and money
• Identify logistics bottlenecks and devise cost-effective solutions to improve efficiency, such as route updates
• Oversee transportation networks, channels and relationship building with delivery carriers, service providers and suppliers
• Prepare and create reporting on such things as operational and financial metrics
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Candidates should possess the following:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in supply chain or logistics, or a related field or experience
• Previous experience as a transportation analyst or logistics, freight or traffic coordinator or specialist
• Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation is helpful
• International and customs logistics experience
• Excellent analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Advanced report writing skills
• Proficiency to communicate well with all different levels, internally and externally, including verbal, electronic, written and presentation skills
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and very savvy using Excel
• Influential negotiation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and action-oriented
• Possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Natural talent for statistics and numbers
• Self-starter
• Efficient with prioritizing and multi-tasking, including being productive while handling re-directions and interruptions based upon business needs
• Must be flexible and accommodating to handle a variety of expectations
• Ability to work in teams as well as possess self-accountability
• Possess a strong sense of urgency, follow-through, and diligence, including meeting deadlines and have the ability to remain organized with and keep track of multiple sources of information and data

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid time off, including parental leave
• 401(k) with matching, life insurance, EAP for entire family, discount programs and other perks
• Profit sharing bonuses based upon company success
• Fulfillment about your work and this purposeful industry because it is impactful

More About Us:

• Mission is to serve those who serve
• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• Headquartered in Medina, OH – 780 South Progress Drive, Medina
• 40 years in business and family owned and operated
• Multi award-winning organization - including recognition as a Top Workplace by NorthCoast 99 seven times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards, Smart Culture Award and Weatherhead 100!

How to Apply:

www.firedex.com/employment

Learn more about our culture and team: Find your work passion with the Fire-Dex family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh-cq2r1xyU

www.firedex.com

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Medina, OH 44256: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Briefly describe your international and customs logistics experience.
• What are some of the most important characteristics to build influence? Share an example of how you brought this to life in a role or workplace.
• How would you rate your Microsoft Excel skills?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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