What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic Specialist position at Ultimate?
Job Description
Ultimate Staffing is now hiring for a Traffic Specialist in Highpoint NC!
POSITION SUMMARY
Develops and maintains economical and efficient transportation for the company and its customers, including the rating and routing of inbound and outbound shipments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Coordinates with customers, carriers, riggers, warehouses, custom brokers, and all related depts. (Parts /Tooling/Service/Software, and even Manufacturing) for the routing of outgoing and incoming shipments for which the company assumes responsibility or which affects company costs or customer satisfaction.
* Requests freight quotes from preferred carriers and provide to sales engineers & their customers for rate comparison. Maintains a list of preferred or potential carriers that meet all our traffic requirements and have acceptable D&B ratings.
* Tracks machine shipments en route and sends updates to customers (& riggers), sales engineers/managers, and service by email and phone to confirm scheduled delivery
* Maintains tariffs and determines and keeps informed of current transportation requirements, restrictions, and rates to assure economical and efficient transportation service.
* Processes SAP delivery for invoice processing
* Updates and announces shipping details (Setup, Shipped, Delivered) in Edocs
* Processes and reviews freight bills for correct rates
* Supports team members as needed.
* Perform other related duties as assigned by management. Filing of related traffic documents as needed.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepares special reports as needed.
Perform physical inventory at various showrooms or warehouse locations as needed.
Assists in miscellaneous duties within the company.
KNOWLEDGE:
* Experience of at least 1-2 years in domestic heavy haul logistics and shipping documents
* Familiarity with sheet metal machine industry
SKILLS:
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and detail oriented. Able to handle multiple tasks at the same time and stay organized.
* Computer knowledge in SAP, Microsoft Office, Windows a plus
MENTAL ABILITIES:
1. Ability to work harmoniously with others
2. Ability to accept and follow instructions
3. Ability to maintain positive attitude
This is a full time opportunity! Monday-Friday 8am-5pm onsite.
$23.00-$25.00 hourly.
We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To apply please email your resume to kbaynes@ultimatestaffing.com
Salary : $23 - $25
