Join our team!
Overview: Apex Team is a start-up company experiencing rapid and exciting growth in the world of commodities and logistics. We are in need of a logistics professional who can take us to the next level! Working as part of a small but fast-paced team, the Logistics Assistant is a dedicated and detail-oriented team member who will play a key role in assisting with timely and accurate movement of goods and materials: ensuring timely delivery to customers and maintaining an efficient and cost-effective logistics operation. 

Our ideal candidate quickly adapts to new processes, is solution focused, and detail-oriented with a knack for working collaboratively on a diverse and supportive team. If this sounds like you, please apply today. Help us build our future, while you build yours! 


Key Responsibilities:

    • Plan, coordinate, and execute the movement of goods and materials from origin to destination using 3PLs.
    • Manage freight forwarders and ocean freight schedule with all necessary documentation and procedures.
    • Monitor the delivery schedule and ensure timely delivery of goods to customers.
    • Collaborate with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient logistics operations.
    • Track and manage inventory levels to ensure that adequate supplies are available to meet customer demands.
    • Communicate with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to provide updates and resolve issues or concerns.
    • Analyze logistics data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
    • Manage logistic costs, including storage, transport, handling, etc.

 

Qualifications: 

    • Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
    • At least 3 years of experience in logistics coordination, with experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
    • Experience with intermodal, FTL and LTL trucking, drayage, and ocean freight for domestic and international logistics.
    • Strong knowledge of logistics and transportation processes and regulations.
    • Ability to optimize storage and transportation balancing costs and throughput.
    • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive).
    • Experience with logistics software and tools.
    • Flexibility to work varying hours and travel as needed.

Company offered Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life& AD&D insurance, 401(k), FSA / HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Other Voluntary Benefits
Critical illness insurance 
Hospital and accident insurance 
Legal insurance 
Pet insurance 
Home & Auto insurance
Identity theft protection 

Salary range 
Salary is determined from varying factors such as experience, education and scope of work.