Transportation / Logistics Specialist (261808)

Job Description Job Description "All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment". Job Title: Transportation / Logistics Specialist Location: Santa Ana, CA 92707 Work Schedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Duration: 12 Months Contract Pay Rate: $34/Hr Job Description: Top Skills: Transportation experience Transportation Management System (TMS) and Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience Excel -VLOOKUP, Pivot table skills Position Summary: Under the supervision and guidance of a Transportation Manager, the transportation Specialist is responsible for the delivery order life cycle and transportation associated with Client's products, including load creation, carrier assignment, tracking/tracing, customer delivery, and customer product returns and claims. The Transportation analyst ensures all deliveries are effectively translated in to a systemic load plan within the Transportation Management System (TMS) and Warehouse Management System (WMS) to achieve sales targets and meet customer delivery expectations. Role and Responsibilities: Proven experience communicating and working with multiple divisions (customer service, transportation, returns, etc.) to meet customer expectations. Background and experience in key functions of the Supply Chain including but not limited to Warehousing, Transportation, Reverse Logistics, Returns Management, and Customer Service. Ability to create dynamic reporting for key measurable and performance tracking. Ability to identify process improvements with attention to detail. Various systems management (internal and external) to accomplish daily/weekly/monthly tasks. Ability to proficiently manage multiple tasks/projects while staying organized in day to day activities. Work directly with 3PLs to resolve customer complaints and issues. Documenting and data collection for supporting departments/activities Ability to make decisions based on cost and service drivers to better serve the organization. Required Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree preferred and 5 years of experience in logistics and/or transportation. Load Planning/Order Management experience is a plus. Knowledge of Transportation Management Systems and Warehouse Management Systems. Strong Excel proficiency and skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well in teams and work with remote teammates. Works on problems of limited and routine scope where limited analysis of data requires identification of predetermined solutions. Exercises judgment within defined practices and policies in selection of methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Typically has general knowledge of logistics operations related to employees specific area of work, and knowledge of overall logistics operations. Is able to identify standard problems within the delivery cycle and makes a recommendation to provide a solution to achieve customer satisfaction. Ability to work extended periods of time in an open office environment. About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Location: Santa Ana, CA, US

Posted Date: 5/1/2025