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LOGISTICS SPECIALIST - VIRGINIA OPERATIONS, BRISTOL, VA

Great Benefits - Competitive Pay - Bonus Potential - On Site Medical Clinic

Strongwell offers free primary, acute, and urgent care on site and near site for all insured teammates at its Virginia facilities.

At Strongwell, growth, market diversity, and financial stability create an environment of security and opportunity. Strongwell people take pride in being part of an industry leading team. The company recognizes that its people provide the intelligence, vitality, enthusiasm, and productive effort that makes the company what it is today.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone experienced in logistics and shipping/receiving to join our team. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!

JOB PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for coordinating and managing freight and transportation services to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective shipment of products. The Logistics Specialist works closely with internal teams and external transportation partners to verify shipping information, prepare documentation, and support daily logistics operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works collaboratively with team members, managers, and facilitators to promote logistics excellence.
• Coordinates inbound shipments, including full truckload (FTL) shipments and returns.
• Negotiates with carriers regarding quotes, pickups, discounts, and freight claims.
• Processes warehouse orders, including picking tickets and order entry.
• Creates shipments in the ERP system and enters all required shipping details, including PRO numbers and delivery timelines.
• Communicates required shipping documentation to customers within established timeframes.
• Schedules trucks for pickup, including both FTL and LTL shipments.
• Coordinates outbound shipments and deliveries.
• Prepares shipping documents, including export documentation and related internal records.
• Works closely with the shipping department to support daily shipment activities.
• Collaborates effectively with Customer Service Account Managers.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Works cooperatively with others to meet departmental objectives.
• Maintains a clean work environment.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interfaces with international freight forwarders and schedules container shipments.
• Reviews daily shipment edit lists for accuracy.
• Administers Hazmat shipments in accordance with regulations.
• Traces, tracks and ensures compliance for proof of delivery requirements.
• Maintains the shipping files and documentation.
• Works directly with Bristol, Chatfield, and Highlands to assure order completion.
• Completes customs documentation and certificates of origin.
• Works closely with Quality Assurance on customer documentation requiring QA review.
• Coordinates with Accounting regarding shipping-related invoicing.
• Creates daily online UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Works closely with internal and external contacts to ensure accurate and timely completion of job tasks.
• Follows all departmental procedures to help ensure accuracy of shipping documentation.
• Complies with all required safety regulations.
• Performs month end closing activities as related to shipping.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience, Competencies and Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience preferred in a shipping or receiving environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience using ERP systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to interact positively with transportation companies, providers, customers, and internal departments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to Independently monitor and follow up on transportation progress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF JOB: This position requires that the employee be able to perform the following physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Sedentary work.
• Minimal lifting.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position requires that the employee be able to work effectively in a work environment involving:

• Office setting
• Manufacturing areas
• Exposure to glass and resins
• Machinery

The duties listed above represent the essential functions of the position. The Company reserves the right to modify job duties as business needs require. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment, express or implied