Inbound Logistics Specialist

JOB TITLE: Inbound Logistic Specialist

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Logistics Operations

JOB PURPOSE: Responsible for container Import Distribution (relevant to Replacement and Original Equipment market, related to tires) in US market.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Track and Trace direct shipments from producers to the customers.
• Report and update ETAs for direct containers on tracking spreadsheet, inform sales team and credit department of new containers in transit to customers.
• Meet the Management Plan $ sales, unit sales and profit objectives.
• Manually delete and recreate PO’s and shipping notifications for diverted containers.
• Remove quantities in PO’s when instructed by PTNA Availability Managers and Central Logistics Planners.
• Pursue inquiries from the warehouses when containers do not appear to be in the system.
• Perform Unplanned goods entries into SAP (USA replacement only)
• Review Data, delete duplicate and correct invalid container codes listed shipping notifications and on shipping notifications.
• Report SAP documentation and SAP ETA reliabilities to Traffic Manager and producers.
• Prioritize inbound containers per month according to availability suggestions.
• Report Ocean Carrier and Warehouse performance to executive management.
• Maintain communication between Ocean Carrier Contract Manager.
• Review / recommend/ implement proffered drayage companies and proffered carriers regarding customer and 3PL warehouses.
• Approve/ reject invoice payments relevant to USA business.
• Assist Distribution Manager/ Logistics Directors with any other relevant activities.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Working knowledge of SAP
• Comprehension and usage of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, and Outlook)
• Transportation / Logistics experience
• Negotiating skills
• Decision Making
• Knowledge of North American Transportation Industry
• Strong people skills
• High school degree. College degree preferred, but not required.