Logistics Specialist

About the role

Allyn International is a privately‑held professional services firm established in 1992, dedicated to providing high‑quality, customer‑centric services and solutions for the global marketplace. Its core products include transportation management, logistics sourcing, freight forwarding, supply chain consulting, tax management, and customs compliance, serving clients ranging from small local businesses to Fortune 500 firms in industries such as power generation, renewable energy, road construction, electronics, industrial materials, heavy‑duty trucks, mining, oil and gas, modular building, medical equipment, nonprofit, and US government. Allyn operates in over twenty languages with regional headquarters in Fort Myers, FL, Shanghai, and Prague, and offers a team‑focused environment with competitive benefits and ongoing training. The Logistics Specialist role is a full‑time, salaried exempt position located in Fort Myers, FL, open to recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics activities to meet business fulfillment requirements and transportation cost reduction.
• Collect and communicate all necessary information related to upcoming and ongoing shipments, projects, and services.
• Provide logistics support, consulting, and obtain the best possible transportation rates.
• Route cargo in accordance with legal and customer requirements.
• Coordinate the routing process.
• Handle issue resolution and shipment responsibility.
• Initiate claims against Logistics Service Providers when needed.
• Track claim status and follow up with LSP for reimbursement; retain applicable invoicing information for damage repair and coordinate with appropriate individuals for cost recovery/accounting.
• Notify the service provider of intent to file a claim and subsequently file the claim with the responsible service provider.
• Confirm funds transfer/reimbursement via Finance Group; update the claims database regarding claim status, recovery vs. freight value/claim amount.
• Report and track all claims.
• Train new employees and clients as needed.
• Maintain research and subject‑matter expertise in logistics and transportation.
• Actively use Allyn’s ALA software or the client‑chosen software.
• Accurately issue shipping documentation such as certificates of origin, customs invoices, packing lists, and certificates of insurance.
• Reliably track and expedite the progress of specialized shipments.
• Actively look for and capture savings and added‑value opportunities.
• Participate in team meetings, conference calls, and daily project management calls with the Allyn team and clients.
• Manage Department of Transportation (DOT) and other transport regulations compliance, including permitting, over‑dimensional, and Hazmat.
• Eliminate or minimize risk exposure for Allyn and customers.
• Track and resolve freight claims.
• May be required to participate in industry publications and articles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or equivalent college degree preferred
• International logistics experience preferred