The Logistics Specialist is the first contact person for customers, transporters, warehouses, suppliers, shipping lines, providing all necessary administrative and logistic information to ensure a smooth ongoing day-to-day business flow. The Logistics Specialist reports functionally to the Logistics Manager. Responsibilities: • Plan shipments using SAP software. • Build relationships with 3rd party logistic vendors to ensure a high level of service. • Provide prompt, professional communication with both internal and external customers regarding business requirements and transportation related issues. • Respond to incoming communications from internal and external customers and where necessary resolve and escalate issues as needed. • Identify, recommend and implement changes that solve problems and result in greater efficiencies and improved customer service. Requirements • 2+ years of experience working in an international export logistics environment. • Ability to multi-task and meet established deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). • Experience with SAP preferred. • Strong knowledge of import/export procedures #VPA