Logistics Specialist - Kiewit Supply Network - Houston, Texas

Position Overview

Based in a district office, the Transportation & Logistics Specialist I (Trucking) execute the strategies and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) established by the logistics team and supports Procurement Shared Services in the implementation of Kiewit Procurement transportation and logistics procedures. Provide local support for procurement, import, export, transportation, and fulfillment in support of internal customers. This involves close collaboration with 3PL (Third Party Logistics and Trucking companies) Transportation Coordinators. This position provides key information and support to Procurement and Project Management regarding supply, deliveries and order status from suppliers to internal customers

District Overview

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining.  Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations. 

Location

Houston, Texas.

Responsibilities

•    Interact with internal and external customers via phone and email to provide information about distribution routes, schedules, and delivery status
•    Identify the most cost effective and timely transportation options for the customer
•    Select shipment routes, based on nature of goods shipped, transit times, or security needs. 
•    Arrange for special transport of sensitive cargoes, such as engineered equipment.
•    Enter shipment information into software to create shipping documents and coordinate the shipment for all domestic and international trucking shipments as specified by Standard Operating Procedures.
•    Track shipment to final destination to ensure timely delivery
•    Update the customer on delivery status and inform them of any delays or obstacles with their cargo
•    Assist estimating and projects with providing quotes when needed
•    Maintain positive relationships and work productively with other departments (internally and externally) to provide expert advice to potential internal customers
•    Resolve internal customer complaints quickly with sensitivity and always portrays the company and our vendors in a positive manner. Build and Maintain relationships by exhibiting exceptional customer service skills. 
•     Ensure documentation is accurately processed, distributed and released to carrier, forwarders, customers and agents in a timely manner. Ensure proper transit and customs clearance documentation exists for shipments.
•    Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

A four-year college or university degree in related materials transportation, logistics or expediting field; or an associate degree plus two years of experience in a related materials transportation, logistics or expediting management field; or a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus 5 years of experience in a related materials transportation, logistics or expediting position is preferred.  
•    SAP Knowledge is a plus 
•    Be detail oriented, 
•    Flexible and highly motivated, 
•    Have a strong work ethic and professional demeanor,  
•    Effective time management and organizational skills,
•    Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately,
•    Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and
•    Must be team player but able to work independently, to meet intense deadlines, goals and objectives.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.