What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist position at Mahindra Tractors?
TITLE: Logistics Specialist
LOCATION: Pontiac, MI
DIRECT REPORTS: 0 employees
REPORTS TO: Logistics Manager
Function: This person will be reporting to the Logistics Manager and will mainly entail, but not be limited to the following responsibilities:
Develop, analyze, and execute logistics plans to ensure least cost, best quality and timely delivery of whole goods between suppliers, Inter-facility transfers and customers across US and Canada.
Interface with Logistics Manager, Material Managers, suppliers, sales and customers to maximize transportation efficiencies and ensure timely delivery.
Develop and maintain carrier partner relationships and facilitate bids and negotiations for all US and Canada lanes.
Ensure superior customer service and timely problem resolution.
Assist in executing tactical projects related to business plan, including the reporting of savings and performance of our transportation and logistics initiatives.
Analyze freight cost using Mahindra’s Transportation Management System (TMS) and utilizing BI analytics tools to identify cost savings opportunities, understand key cost drivers, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Streamline customs clearance process by assisting appointed Customs Broker.
Reconciliation of freight invoices and timely payment to all vendors.
Resolve problem shipments, assess supply chain concerns and effectively communicate with other departments and stakeholders.
Follow import/export SOPs as per Mahindra procedures and US Customs regulations.
REQUIREMENTS: Required prior accomplishments, experience and skills:
3-5 years’ experience in transportation, logistics, or related supply chain field.
Must understand key freight forwarding concepts (Incoterms, Bills of lading, Terms of Sale, etc.).
Excellent analytical, problem solving, planning and general business skills.
Interpersonal Savvy – Relates well to others while building constructive relationships within and outside the organization. Team oriented work ethic with demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to develop, improve and implement tools and processes that enhance decision quality and drive greater efficiencies at the least total cost to the company while maintaining desired service levels.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of both internal and external organizations.
Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, multi-task, work in and lead teams, and be adaptive within a fast-paced and changing environment under limited supervision.
Ability to read, write, and speak English language fluently. Spanish or French a plus.
Experienced in use of ERP systems a plus (preferably SAP).
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Ability to travel domestically (up to 10%)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. And prolong lifting and standing
Mahindra USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
