Logistics Specialist
Location: Lenexa, KS
Base Salary: $70,000-$80,000
Excellent Benefits: Medical (Client covers 80% of employee & family premium), Dental, Vision, 401k w/ 5% match, Life, Disability, Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Typical Hours: M-F; 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sponsorship is not available
Logistics Specialist (International Supply Chain Exp. Req.) Description
Our client, an industrial equipment manufacturer, is looking for a Logistics Specialist to help keep international shipments moving and materials arriving on time as the business continues to grow. They've consistently achieved double-digit growth over the past few years and tripled manufacturing output over the last year. As a result, they're restructuring their logistics function and looking for someone who can help strengthen the process and take ownership of incoming shipments.
Whether you've overseen international shipments independently or supported the process as part of a larger team and are ready for more responsibility, this is an opportunity to step into a growing function and make an impact. You'll work closely with overseas suppliers, customs brokers, freight carriers, and internal teams to keep shipments on track, stay ahead of potential issues, and ensure the right documentation is in place. They're looking for someone who takes initiative, follows through, and communicates proactively. As the company continues to grow, there will be opportunities to take on broader responsibilities across logistics, with the potential to help build out the function and lead a team in the future.
Logistics Specialist (International Supply Chain Exp. Req.) Responsibilities
• Manage inbound shipments from domestic and international suppliers
• Track international freight, including ocean containers and air shipments
• Follow up with overseas suppliers on shipping schedules and required documentation
• Work with customs brokers to facilitate timely import clearance
• Verify import documents are complete and ready for customs review
• Apply working knowledge of Incoterms, duties, tariffs, and import requirements
• Review freight rates and help select carriers based on shipment needs
• Source carriers for outbound shipments to customers
• Align pickup and delivery schedules with carriers and the Receiving Team
• Submit and track claims for goods damaged during transit
Logistics Specialist (International Supply Chain Exp. Req.) Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience coordinating international shipments into the U.S.
• Experience with import documentation and customs clearance processes
• Familiarity with Incoterms and experience working with customs brokers and freight carriers
• Able and willing to work onsite daily
