Job Description

Logistics done differently.

Are you ready to take your career to a new level? Join XPO Logistics, a company named among the most admired in the world by Fortune and one of Americas best employers by Forbes. At XPO, we look for employees who take pride in their work and show dedication to their job. As the Senior Specialist, Logistics, your attention to the small details and strong work ethic will ensure our operations continue to run smoothly as we deliver exceptional service to our customers. On our team, youll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a rewarding career.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What youll do on a typical day:

* Investigate, resolve and/or call out operational oddities
* Schedule, coordinate and monitor drivers and equipment to ensure daily transportation operations run safely, efficiently and on time
* Assist in the development, planning and modification of daily schedules as appropriate; make notifications to customer service and the operations manager as to the status of shipments
* Correctly troubleshoot and proactively resolve shipment discrepancies as needed
* Proactively communicate with customers, employees and the management team to ensure necessary requirements are met
* Accurately enter data into the transportation management system; maintain and generate required reports
* Properly process, audit and file various documentation
* Monitor and ensure proper coding application in a timely matter; escalate as needed
* Maintain statement of work audit schedule and distribute updates to all team members

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:

* 2 years of related transportation experience coordinating and monitoring drivers, auditing and maintaining schedules and routes
* Experience with Windows applications and Microsoft Office, including creating complex formulas in Excel

Itd be great if you also have:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Logistics Management
* Knowledge of shipping software
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience
* The capability to perform complex analysis of data, processes, policies, procedures and/or systems; able to produce unambiguous, comprehensive and accurate interpretations of data/information

Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Nearest Major Market: Flint
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit
Job Segment: Logistics, Supply, Testing, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology