Logistics Administrator - Defense (contract position)

Position Overview

Oversees and administers the efficient flow of goods, services, and information between points of origin through placement, receipt, storage and shipment to meet customer requirements. Location: Jacksonville, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Defines rules for transportation regarding applicable carriers, services, and payers.
• Implements, monitors and enforces the application of policies and procedures.
• Reviews and corrects invoices & packing lists, checking rates, services, and applicability.
• Monitors transportation service levels and issues claims when applicable (delays, damages or losses).
• Coordinates with transportation and freight forwarding companies.
• Arranges for special transportation when needed (big volumes, remote locations, out of normal requests).
• Updates, monitors, and enforces procedures regarding import/export, customs clearance and export control.
• Defines the requirements for systems integration with carriers’ shipping systems when needed.
• Develops new transportation solutions when needed (international and domestic).
• Monitors and audits off site storage activities and charges.
• Sets-up warehousing layout in designated locations off site when needed.
• Develops special packaging for dangerous goods, odd shaped or delicate parts.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED required.
• Experience Required: Minimum of 1 year experience in Logistics, with knowledge of inventory controls, warehousing, distribution, and transportation services; experience managing transportation contracts and dealing with customs.
• Qualifications: Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and experienced in transportation services contracts administration and warehouse processes.
• Requirements: Commitment to company values, compliance with policies and procedures, incorporation of Lean and P3E processes, continuous improvement, and adherence to work schedule requirements. ITAR/EAR compliance applies (U.S. person status required or eligibility to obtain DSP5).

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Business Administration or Technical associate degree, preferred.
• Qualifications: Experience with ITAR/controlled Defense material exports; aeronautical familiarization; SAP knowledge; experience handling dangerous goods; strong verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to manage multiple priorities.