Logistics Specialist
First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
Shipment Planning & Execution
Schedule, book, and coordinate domestic and international freight (ocean, air, road, or rail) with approved carriers.
Monitor active shipments, track transit milestones, and proactively communicate delays or issues to internal stakeholders and customers.
Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading (BOL), Certificates of Origin, and Customs entry files.
Customs & Freight Compliance
Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory agencies to ensure full compliance with import/export laws and tariff regulations.
Ensure accurate Harmonized System (HS) code classification for imported/exported goods.
Data Analysis & Inventory Support
Maintain and update shipping records, tracking portals, and inventory metrics in the ERP/TMS system.
Reconcile freight invoices against carrier quotes to verify charges, identify billing errors, and approve payments.
Analyze carrier performance metrics (on-time delivery rate, transit times, damage claims) and provide analytical reports to management.
Customer & Vendor Liaison
Act as the primary point of contact for carriers, freight brokers, customs officers, and internal sales/procurement teams.
Process cargo claims for damaged or lost shipments with insurance providers and carriers.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Experience: 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in logistics coordination, freight forwarding, or customs compliance.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Strong MS Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data filtering) for audit and tracking reports.
Familiarity with International Commercial Terms (Incoterms 2020) and shipping regulatory documentation.