Logistics Compliance Specialist

Working at Purolator International is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a winning team and to contribute to the success of our growing company. Purolator International is a leading U.S. based supply chain logistics solutions provider specializing in the air and ground forwarding of express, freight and parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within North America. We are a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. You can learn more about us on YouTube and LinkedIn.

When we say we’re the best, we’re not just tooting our own horn. We’re incredibly proud of the many awards we’ve won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.

Purolator International provides a “Best in Class” Total Rewards package to employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drugs (80%+ paid by Employer)
• Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans
• Retirement Plan Employer Contribution (50% Match up to 8% of Your Eligible Salary)
• Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
• Paid Time Off Including: 10 Vacation Days, 7 Sick Days, 4 Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• 100% Paid Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
• 100% Paid Military/Reserves Leave Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Program
• Identify Theft Protection Discount Program
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

We also offer social responsibility initiatives covering a wide range of business aspects and employee relationships such as supporting local communities, educating, and empowering workers, promoting gender equality and minorities, reducing our footprint, etc.

What will you be doing?

The primary focus of the Logistics Compliance Specialist is to ensure that all of our customer’s freight pick-ups and deliveries are scheduled and executed without issue at a reasonable cost. In addition, this role provides on-site coordination and oversight of all domestic air and ground shipments from both direct customer and local gateway. This includes importing and exporting shipments along with document preparation, booking, and coordination of customs clearance.

• Publishing and distributing daily summary reports to key stakeholders which communicate potential issues
• Tracking freight movements across multiple transportation segments
• Implementing transportation coverage, identifying distressed shipments throughout Purolator’s routing network and escalating as necessary
• Working with operations and customer service on current issues to ensure best possible outcomes
• Maintenance of in-house Transportation Management System (TMS) system
• Developing and building relationships with new and existing transportation partners
• Follow-up with transportation partners about service failures to develop countermeasures

Where are you located?

Taylor, MI

What are you hours?

This position will work a hybrid schedule both remote and in-office Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00 pm EST with a 30-minute lunch for a total of 40 hours per week. Some weekends are required on a rotating scheduled on call remotely.  

Who are you?

• 3+ years’ experience working in operations setting in transportation & logistics company
• Microsoft Outlook experience a must
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and/or proven ability to navigate multiple carrier websites
• Ability to handle multiple issues, adjust priorities and achieve the most cost-effective solution while meeting the customer service expectations

Nice-to-haves

• Freight forwarding or dispatching experience is a plus
• Pre-existing carrier relationship management
• Some hands-on experience in import/export procedures
• Your Microsoft Excel experience includes v-lookup, pivots tables and data manipulation

Working Conditions

Working conditions under which the job is performed include, but are not limited to concentrated visual or auditory attention, repetitive movements (i.e. typing, data entry), high volume telephone activity, extensive sitting during work hours 

Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program www.e-verify.gov.  

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a favorable background and reference checks.

POSTING DETAILS   
Requisition Number: 63705 
Job Code: 882 
Reports to: Network Transportation Supervisor 
Working Conditions: Office Environment