Location
Irvine, California, United States
Type
Full-time
Pay
$28–$37.5 / hour
Job Description
Employer: Apex Team LLC 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. * Organize and print labels for shipments 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) Rate of Pay Determined from varying factors such as experience, education and scope of work. Non-Exempt positions are eligible for Overtime pay in accordance with California's state laws.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in logistics coordination within a fast-paced environment. A degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and logistics software.