Senior Global Freight & Logistics Specialist - Construction
Solvenowinc · solvenowinc.com
Kansas CitySenior7+ yrs
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The job in short
Freight and logistics for construction.
Supply chainLogisticsCompliance
Details
- Found
- 24 d ago · posted 2026-10-03
- Location as listed
- Kansas City, Missouri, United States
- Role
- Logistics / Dispatch
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead coordination of multi-modal transportation bookings and shipments, including standard freight and oversized loads, for domestic and international projects.
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Collaborate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure seamless cross-border logistics.
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Provide insights on shipping costs, logistics performance, and support management initiatives.
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Source, negotiate, and maintain agreements with transportation and logistics service providers.
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Assist with project planning by conducting transportation studies and obtaining budgetary pricing.
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Develop and optimize project-specific logistics plans to support schedules and cost-effective delivery of materials.
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Monitor shipments to ensure timely and complete delivery.
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Maintain clear communication with shippers, carriers, and consignees.
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Recommend and implement new or enhanced logistics systems and processes.
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Analyze carrier performance trends and implement cost-containment strategies.
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Conduct audits of freight invoices, resolve billing issues, and approve transportation service releases.
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Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.
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Ensure compliance with QA/QC processes, safety policies, and all company standards.
Qualifications:
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Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Logistics, or a related field with 7+ years of transportation and logistics management experience OR
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Associate degree with 9+ years of experience OR
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High School Diploma/GED with 11+ years of experience.
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Experience in transporting engineered or fabricated equipment for heavy industrial projects (oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, electrical transmission preferred).
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Strong understanding of transportation contracts, import/export compliance, and international freight logistics.
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Knowledge of CTL, HazMat, IATA, IMDG, DOT regulations, and Incoterms.
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Excellent multi-tasking, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Ability to meet company driving requirements.
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