S&R-logistics Specialist

S&R Logistics Specialist

We are currently seeking a Logistics Specialist who exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches work with vigor and determination. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence, learn quickly, and strive for perfection in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities :

• Manage the full cycle of shipment arrangements from vendor bookings to final delivery for domestic and international shipments.
• Seek ways to reduce transit time on urgent freight requests while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor all milestones of freight through expedited processes.
• Partner with merchandise vendors, domestic carriers, and distribution center locations to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal teams and transportation providers to ensure seamless handoffs of critical shipments.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in daily operations and escalate issues that may cause shipment delays.
• Communicate critical information to internal and external partners clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Proactively identify problems and swiftly implement appropriate solutions.
• Analyze and monitor KPI performance and manage data reports to drive business results.
• Compile and present data analysis to management and measure performance criteria for all carriers and vendors.
• Conduct meetings with vendors via phone or web conferencing to address issues and coordinate timely shipments.
• Ensure compliance with approvals and financial governance policies during expedited shipments.
• Provide incredible responsiveness and attention to detail.
• Work within ERP and TMS systems.
• Be open to working extended shifts occasionally when dealing with expedited shipments.

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Why Work Here?

Join our Transportation Team responsible for corporate transportations and focus on international transport for Asia and APAC regions, supporting transportation into the US for airfreight shipments and small parcels. Be part of a team that values efficiency, collaboration, and innovative solutions.

Work Environment :

This position operates within a manufacturing facility and corporate office environment. It may require occasional extended shifts, especially when managing expedited shipments.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Contract position based out of Newark, CA.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Newark, CA.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.