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Logistic Specialist - Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Posted: Mar 26, 2022 04:06

Job Description

  • SMART PEOPLE * SMART IDEAS * SMART CHOICE

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials - this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

Primary Objective:

To administer the company logistics function for the timely, accurate, efficient, and economical movement of goods outbound to customers and subsidiaries. Determines transportation requirements for ordering the correct mode and assets to ensure the safe, accurate, and cost effective, timely delivery of MTS shipments. Reconciles all invoices to ensure the proper assignment of costs.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Documentation

  1. Supports and/or coordinates the preparation of documents (i.e., outbound bills of lading, NAFTA certificates, invoices, weigh bills, and Shipper's Letter of Instruction) to support the departmental efforts to process all outgoing shipments in a timely, effective manner by avoiding delivery delays.

  2. Scanning applicable documents (order, Letter of Credit, quote, delivery note, etc.) to ensure we can perform to the needed requirements of the customer, banking, and governmental regulations

  3. Reviews shipping documents to ensure compliance with US and International Compliance Trade organizations.

  4. Support the maintenance of accurate filing systems in a readily accessible manner for all transportation documents to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

  5. Cooperates with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable on any requests, ensuring on-time payment by us to service providers as well as timely payments to us from customers.

Services

  1. Coordinates shipment schedules with crating staff, shipping staff and carrier(s) to arrange for pick-up.

  2. Prepares quotations for transportation costs in support of customer quoting activity in sales and marketing divisions usually with vague information at hand so analysis needed to get close quotes

  3. Provides tracking services when requested and expediting services for emergency shipments.

  4. As necessary, performs functions in the packaging area when needed. Provides backup to small parcel area.

  5. Matches incoming invoices with existing documentation to ensure proper assignment of costs.

  6. Gathers necessary documentation and files claims with carriers.

Vendor-Client Relationships

  1. Supports the process of validating rates and charges.

  2. Keeps abreast of changes in U.S. customs operations and procedures.

Performs miscellaneous duties and special assignments as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: One year experience in a logistical environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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Illinois Tool Works, Inc.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota