Overview
On Site
$30 - $40 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp
Skills
Collaboration
Partner Relationship Management
Issue Resolution
Capacity Management
Forecasting
Warehouse
Reporting
Status Reports
Documentation
Security Clearance
Management
Communication
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Plantation, FL that is seeking a Logistics Specialist.
Summary:
The Logistics Specialist coordinates and monitors inbound freight for timely and cost-effective delivery. This role works with drayage providers, receiving sites, customers, and internal teams to manage freight movement, troubleshoot issues, and minimize supply chain disruptions. This role is ideal for a self-motivated logistics professional with a deep understanding of port terminal operations and freight interchange processes.
Responsibilities:
* Freight Coordination: Track inbound shipments and ensure timely delivery between points of discharge (POD) and final destinations
* Vendor & Partner Management: Maintain strong relationships with ocean carriers, drayage providers, customs brokers, and terminal operators
* Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Address delays, accessorial charges, and equipment issues at all points of freight interchange
* Capacity Planning & Forecasting: Assess inbound drayage and warehouse receiving capacities
* Documentation & System Management: Reconcile inbound records, perform system checks, and manage freight cost calculations
* Reporting & Visibility: Update tracking systems and provide daily status reports to ensure shipment visibility
* Transmissions of documentation to custom brokers for customs clearance; Manage communication with carriers, brokers and customers
REQUIREMENTS:
* 3+ years in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, with at least 1 year in an international logistics environment
* To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed
* Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce has a client in Plantation, FL that is seeking a Logistics Specialist.
Summary:
The Logistics Specialist coordinates and monitors inbound freight for timely and cost-effective delivery. This role works with drayage providers, receiving sites, customers, and internal teams to manage freight movement, troubleshoot issues, and minimize supply chain disruptions. This role is ideal for a self-motivated logistics professional with a deep understanding of port terminal operations and freight interchange processes.
Responsibilities:
* Freight Coordination: Track inbound shipments and ensure timely delivery between points of discharge (POD) and final destinations
* Vendor & Partner Management: Maintain strong relationships with ocean carriers, drayage providers, customs brokers, and terminal operators
* Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Address delays, accessorial charges, and equipment issues at all points of freight interchange
* Capacity Planning & Forecasting: Assess inbound drayage and warehouse receiving capacities
* Documentation & System Management: Reconcile inbound records, perform system checks, and manage freight cost calculations
* Reporting & Visibility: Update tracking systems and provide daily status reports to ensure shipment visibility
* Transmissions of documentation to custom brokers for customs clearance; Manage communication with carriers, brokers and customers
REQUIREMENTS:
* 3+ years in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, with at least 1 year in an international logistics environment
* To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed
* Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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