International Logistics Specialist

ATS International, asset based supply chain services and solutions company is
seeking a dynamic individual for our International Logistics Specialist
position. Our services include ocean/international freight forwarding,
international logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics,
truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services.

The Logistics Specialist (LS) is responsible for reviewing received inquiries
and developing & executing transportation concepts for those inquires deemed
vetted/qualified as meeting ATS International service capabilities. The
Logistics Specialist provides customer and sales support functions as assigned
to ensure set Revenue, Margin dollars.

Do you want to be part of a dynamic organization and learn more about our Cargo
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Under limited supervision, the Logistics Specialist is responsible for
supporting the sales efforts of ATS Maritime through effective planning,
pricing, and execution of commercial opportunities to meet company goals and
objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responds to sales or customers requests for international transportation
services in a timely manner by developing plans and pricing models according to
scope of work to meet customer's needs.
Develops transportation plans including cargo components, pre-carriage,
inland carriage, ocean carriage, port work, customer clearance, and delivery.
Builds pricing models to include all components of transportation plan and
provides to customer in format defined in the scope of work.
Executes transportation solutions once awarded by customer by coordinating
and contracting with various service providers such as ocean carriers, terminal
operators, and independent agents to ensure customers needs have been made.
Maintains pricing information for ports, terminals, agents, and
transportation companies within geographic areas of responsibility by entering
information in a spreadsheet, database or file to be used for future requests
for services.
Stays current with transportation changes and developments within geographic
areas of responsibility by reviewing trade publications and online sources for
information to use in future responses to commercial opportunities.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

Must have general customer service principles and office procedures usually
gained through 3-5 years of training and/or experience in the transportation
field.
Knowledge of geography and basic map-reading.
Must have excellent phone etiquette, general clerical and organizational
skill

Competencies

Self-motivated, able to multi-task and work independently.
Team player, amenable to a variety of work projects and available to travel
as needed.
Must be analytical with the ability to apply data.
Be proficient in responding to internal and external customer situations,
responding to customer needs as required.
Ability to both think creatively and provide creative contributions to
projects.