Logistics Specialist

ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs.

 The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: 

• Motion Technologies ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets
• Industrial Process ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets
• Connect & Control Technologies ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

 ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries.

This position is responsible for the domestic and international shipping operations, including shipment routes and carrier expectations. Works closely with the planning and sales departments to understand upcoming shipment needs and coordinates those needs with carriers. This position is in Hebron, KY, USA. 

• Responsible for tracking / managing global inbound container shipments and outbound freight to customers around the world (mainly domestic).  
• Monitors market conditions (e.g.: capacity constraints, surcharges, etc.) and collaborates with management to evaluate trade-offs between transportation costs, inventory costs, and service levels.
• Effectively interacts with internal teams to define objectives, scope, and deliverables of domestic and/or international transportation solutions. 
• Ensure standard operating procedures are in place for all supply chain-related operations, including shippers, receivers, carriers, brokers, etc.
• Help to optimize outbound small pack shipments by setting up / utilizing latest shipping hardware and software. Mainly UPS and FedEx 
• Effectively use Excel to analyze data, create KPI’s / metrics and be able to generate dashboards or PowerPoint presentations, as necessary. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and the requirements for, the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in domestic and international logistics  
• Excellent computer skills required (MS Office Suite, ERP systems). SAP experience is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of international trade to ensure compliance (HTS codes, etc…)
• Able to coordinate timely actions across multiple countries.
• Detail-oriented, able to compile large amounts of pertinent data into easily understood reports.
• Due to global nature of the company, able to respond to situations at all hours. 
• Experience arranging shipment information including customer specific requirements (ex: packaging, labels, etc.)

Safety is a core value at ITT. Our employees understand and follow all ITT safety policies and procedures, participate in workplace inspections, safety training, and in the development of job safety analyses.