Logistics Specialist

About the role

The Logistics Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing transportation activities to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time delivery of materials. This role supports dispatching operations across all Aurubis locations from the Aurubis Richmond site.

Responsibilities

• Order processing
• Securing and organizing freight capacity
• Selecting appropriate transportation modes based on operational and loading/unloading requirements
• Tracking delivery deadlines
• Resolving invoice discrepancies
• Managing customs clearance and claims
• Identifying inefficiencies in transport management
• Supporting the development and implementation of group-wide logistics IT systems, processes, and change initiatives, with a primary focus on the Aurubis Richmond operation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in the field of SCM, Logistics & Transportation, or 5 years equivalent advanced work as a Dispatcher
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in related logistics
• Proven work experience as a logistics specialist, ideally in an international environment
• Previous experience creating and presenting to various levels including relevant stakeholders and external partners
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and product flows
• Experience with transport web platforms (Transporeon)
• Strong computer skills (business system, email, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials
• Good knowledge of customs clearance
• Must be conversant in current DOT and OSHA regulations
• Good in conducting data analysis and reporting statistics
• Demonstrated ability to work in and through teams at all levels of the workforce
• Must be able to efficiently present information to management and forwarder

Skills

• Individual must thrive in a fast-paced environment and must be strategic yet tactical
• Ability to speak persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Ability to portray customer, business, and solution focused leadership
• Exhibits a strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Proven commitment to change and continuous improvement
• Exceptional communication skills – includes listening, speaking, etc. to effectively communicate to the logistics teams and external stakeholders
• Must possess the ability to receive and give constructive feedback
• Capability to clearly present information and obtain other’s buy-ins
• Must possess analytical and problem-solving ability, with affinity for resourcefulness, and self-driven entrepreneurial style
• Proven ability to motivate colleagues and forwarder
• Possess a mindset that embraces challenge and change
• Passion for logistics and metals, in general, as well as clear willingness for self-development
• Willingness and flexibility to travel
• Ability to promote win-win outcomes in the workplace

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing and physically able to walk/work in, observe and spend time in a smelter environment
• Able to sit, stand and walk for varying periods of time in the plant
• Must be able to perform the following: walking, standing, climbing, pulling, and or pushing, carrying, grasping, using hand-to-finger movement, balancing, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping
• May occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Good physical condition with the ability to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Good hand/eye coordination, motor skills, 20/20 corrected vision and hearing within the normal range
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently to all safety needs on the floor or in the office areas
• Must wear all required PPE when in protected areas
• Willing and physically able to travel domestically and/or internationally, if requested

What does Aurubis stand for?

Aurubis is an employer that stands for diversity and equal opportunity. Employment decisions are made regardless of national or ethnic origin, religion and belief, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental and physical impairment and social origin or any other legally protected characteristics of an individual.