Job description

Job Summary:

This position is in-person.

The Transportation and Logistics Specialist will coordinate operations to achieve effective distribution of goods for Octopi. They are responsible for scheduling and monitoring processes to ensure the timely delivery of goods. They will provide logistical support for movement of materials and finished goods by directing dispatching, routing, and tracking of transport vehicles. This role communicates and coordinates with various departments, and clients, to establish smooth operations while maximizing efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Schedule freight based on need to receive materials, raw ingredients, tankers, and various items.
• Arrange freight for all inbound and outgoing loads while getting the best quality rate with reliable carries via dry van, reefer, tanker, or intermodal. Ensure safe transit is provided without damage to the finished product.
• Communicate with clients and 3PLs for loads that are booked through Octopi or client-booked transportation.
• Work with purchasing teams to identify and manage priority inbound shipments.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure orders go out as efficiently and effectively as possible.
• Manage freight lanes to maximize efficient shipments, combining shipments when possible.
• Work with internal teams and clients to organize appointments and shipments to local customers and vendors.
• Coordinate pickups or returns of dunnage to vendors.
• Coordinate international shipments.
• Manage transfers between locations.
• File claims for non-conforming outbound damaged shipments; communicate to proper channels when filing for claims and/or reimbursement due to damage.
• Review, dispute, and approve charges based on their invoice from transportation management system (TMS) or outside third-party logistic providers (3PLs).
• Manage dock appointments including setting dock appointments, editing/rescheduling appointments, and managing multiple sites based on planning and purchasing needs and requirements.
• Communicate with clients and 3PLs to effectively manage and coordinate the dock schedule for Octopi and customer booked shipments.
• Hold carriers accountable for dock times and obtain carrier’s dispatch or 3PLs ETAs should drivers miss their appointment.
• Confirm collection and completion of necessary documentation for all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Responsible for collecting appropriate outbound shipment documentation, maintain accurate file storage, and communicating to clients as needed.
• Maintain accurate file management and maintenance. Confirm documentation is accurately stored and shared with appropriate teams.
• Update and maintain shipment KPIs.
• Work closely with accounts payable to ensure financial information is updated and correct.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well versed in supply chain management practices.

Education and Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in a logistics and transportation management position.
• Warehouse experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, of equivalent work experience.

About Our Team:

At Octopi, our mission is to support our clients in growing their brand. We are also looking for energetic candidates to grow with us at Octopi. As we complete our current expansion, we will increase the output of our state-of-the-art production and brewing facilities. We have plans to grow over 400% in the next 3 years, while continuing to be on the leading edge of innovations in the beverage industry.

Qualified individuals are detail-oriented, collaborative, growth-focused, and self-motivated. Our team is a community; we are open, informal and laid back, but also hard working and respectful of others. You should be as well.

Qualified and interested individuals should please submit their letter of intention and resume.

Compensation varies based on experience. Health insurance, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k and other extra perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment at Octopi are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• If not included on your resume, please provide 2-3 professional references (name, phone, and email).

Experience:

• Transportation Logistics: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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