Logistics Specialist

General Summary:

In collaboration with the Domestic Operations Manager, this Corporate Logistics role holds primary responsibility for supporting the Business Units in their utilization of Corporate Logistics services. The associate addresses BU issues while upholding Logistics KPIs through collaborative relationship building, training, analytics, and continuous improvement practices. This position involves resolving daily issues, analyzing cost and service gaps, monitoring operations, researching root causes, and handling complaints. Independent analysis and driving performance improvements are essential. Efficiency and accuracy under pressure to meet deadlines are crucial. Timely escalation of risks is required. This role requires a basic understanding of Avient's transportation processes, including shipping & receiving, and related SAP transactions. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookup) is essential. Knowledge of the transportation industry across modes and the ability to drive results through third-party logistics partners (3PL) are also required. Success will be determined by achieving your goals using Avient’s leadership behaviors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This individual will be responsible for prioritizing and focusing on the specific objectives that impact warehouse initiatives including:

• Build collaborates, knowledge-based, working relationship with various BU stakeholders to support their business.

• Function as the primary contact for operational stakeholders' questions; coach and guide Avient locations on logistics processes.

• Collaborate with 3PL providers to reduce claims, enhance service, and manage costs.

• Conduct regular analysis to identify and validate improvement opportunities and driving solutions.

• Resolve transportation IT issues for BUs through coaching, training, and escalation as needed.

• Support LSS initiatives and projects to improve processes and performance.

• Be available during normal business hours; occasional after-hours/weekend support may be required at the month-end.

• Address complaints and claims swiftly and accurately.

• Attend and actively participate in required meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

• Provide progress updates to the Domestic Logistics Manager.

• Escalate issues appropriately to all stakeholders.

• Participate in corporate audits as needed.

• Maintain SAP routes and accurately code SAP OTA data.

• Engage in transportation bids to add value and represent BU interests.

• Perform regular lane analysis to improve operations.

• Additional logistic responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Requirements:

• High school diploma required, bachelors preferred

• At least 2 years of related experience

• Experience with SAP strongly preferred

• Strong Microsoft Excell skills to manipulate and analyze data

• Preferred experience with third-party logistics partners, including warehouses, transportation planners, and freight pay partners.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time (up to 60% of the workday). Must be able to travel to/from required meetings. Must be able to input data into a computer. Typically work is in an office environment where the noise level is low to moderate.

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