Allyn International is currently looking for a Logistics Specialist to join our organization! Allyn is a privately-held professional services firm established in 1992. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, customer-centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Our core products include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management, and customs compliance.
What does a Logistics Specialist do?
The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and managing the transportation and distribution of goods. They will work closely with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure timely delivery of products. The Logistics Specialist will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records of inventory and shipments, as well as monitoring and analyzing logistics performance metrics.
**Position Details**:
**Location**: Adelaide, AUS
**Work Schedule**: 38 hours, 8 AM-4 PM, Monday-Friday (some weekend / after-hours support may be required)
**Position Classification**: Full-Time; Salaried Exempt
**Compensation**: 70,000 - 95,000 AUD annual salary + Superannuation
**Physical Demands**: Sitting, typing, standing, walking
**Work Setting**: Office Cubicle
**Requirements & Qualifications**:
- 3+ years experience in professional supply chain management, logistics, or transportation
- Experience in both Australian Domestic and International Logistics is required
- Defense industry experience preferred
- Must be eligible for Baseline Level Security Clearance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and laws
**Responsibilities**:
- Work with local team leaders to coordinate, and oversee, and participate in day-to-day logistics operations and service:
- Route cargo in compliance with legal, regulatory, and customer requirements
- Coordinate shipment routing, carrier selection, and documentation
- Use and maintain Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other client systems
- Track and trace shipments, update records, and proactively manage delays
- Ensure compliance with DOT, Hazmat, over-dimensional permitting, and international shipping regulations
- Issue accurate shipping documents (e.g., invoices, packing lists, certificates)
- Monitor and ensure data integrity and quality in logistics systems
- Capture and document all costs, including freight, detention, demurrage, and accessorial
- Support marketing campaigns and contribute to articles and publications
- Provide recommendations based on qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Suggest and manage technical/process enhancements
Our clients range from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms in industry sectors such as power generation and renewable energy, road construction equipment, electronics, industrial materials, heavy-duty trucks, mining and drilling equipment, oil and gas, modular building, medical equipment, not for profit, and US government. Allyn conducts business in over twenty different languages and has extensive experience in both developed and emerging markets. Our highly trained experts are located throughout North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Allyn has regional headquarters in Fort Myers, FL USA, Shanghai P.R. China, and Prague, Czech Republic.