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Logistics Specialist II - Transportation Management at Uber Freight | LAYIQ

Utilize the Transportation Management System (TMS) to manage and execute the full lifecycle of customer shipments.
Build, coordinate, and secure coverage for expedited shipments, partnering with carriers and internal teams to meet time-sensitive customer needs.
Exceed customer expectations for on-time pickup and delivery by proactively monitoring shipments and addressing potential service disruptions.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with carriers to support reliable transportation execution.
Provide effective and timely freight coverage and carrier selection through routing guides and spot-market solutions, including rate negotiation when needed.
Leverage TMS to effectively route and consolidate orders while considering cost, service requirements, transit time, and transportation mode.
Monitor shipment activity and resolve shipment data errors and operational exceptions.
Proactively analyze transportation activity to identify potential service failures and take action to prevent or minimize disruptions.
Identify, recommend, and support cost-saving and service-improvement opportunities aligned with the customer’s transportation strategy.
Maintain professional, accurate, and timely communication with customers, carriers, and internal stakeholders.
Identify trends and patterns in shipper, receiver, and carrier performance and recommend actions for improvement.
Research and resolve carrier invoice discrepancies within TMS financials.
Train new customer and vendor users on the TMS while demonstrating an understanding of customer business practices, processes, and workflows.
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve transportation challenges and ensure customer service expectations are consistently met.
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
1+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or a related operational environment.
1+ years of experience working with Uber Freight’s Transportation Management System (TMS).
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Logistics Specialist II - Transportation Management

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