Logistics Specialists manage logistics activities, meet business fulfillment requirements, and support transportation cost reduction. The position is responsible for collecting and communicating all necessary information related to upcoming and ongoing shipments, projects, and services as well as providing logistics support, consulting, and obtaining the best possible transportation rates.

• Coordinate the routing process using contract rates or obtaining spot quotes
• Accurately issue shipping documentation such as certificates of origin, customs invoices, and packing lists
• Communication with freight forwarders, shippers, consignees, clients, and internal communication within the team
• Contracting External Logistics Service Providers for route & port surveys
• Monitoring and tracking the shipments and keeping clients informed about the status
• Participate in team meetings, conference calls, and project management calls with the Allyn team and with the client
• Actively look to capture savings opportunities and added value opportunities when possible
• Actively use either Allyn Logistics Application (ALA) or other required systems
• Transport regulations compliance management, including permitting, over-dimensional and hazardous cargo
• Track and resolve freight claims
• Provide excellent customer service to Allyn customers
• Training of new employees and clients if needed