Transportation Specialist from System One

Calera, AL 35040

About the Job

Transportation Specialist
Calera, AL

System One is currently seeking a Transportation Specialist on a 12 month contract position located in Calera, AL.

Transportation Specialist Responsibilities:

Required to make timely and critical business decisions regarding the best mode of transportation of materials and equipment in routine situations, during planned and forced outages & emergency storm restoration efforts.
Will be required to be on call and work in shifts to support outages & storm restoration efforts.
This job will audit and process freight invoices for Company Business Units.
Communicate with Freight Carriers.
Communicate with internal business partners.
Create and maintain reports.
Order Department of Transportation permits.
Field calls from vendors and the vendor line.
Assist internal customers with transportation needs.
Resolve logistical issues & provide logistics solutions.
Build strong relationships with carriers, suppliers & internal customers.
Maintain knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.
Ensure timely deliveries of materials & equipment in both routine and emergency situations.
Review freight invoices to ensure accuracy.
Negotiate freight contracts.

Transportation Specialist Requirements:

Knowledge and understanding of the NMFC Classification Guide.
Knowledge and understanding of DOT Regulations pertaining to transporting of Hazardous Material.
Requires extensive knowledge of carriers, Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations and utility material equipment.
High School Diploma or equivalent, Bachelors degree in Business or Supply Chain is preferred.
Prior experience in transportation services field.
Experience in all aspects of transportation including LTL, Truck Load, Parcel, Hotshot, Dedicated & Air.
Proficient in Microsoft Office computer products.
General knowledge of logistics to efficiently and effectively route materials and equipment in routine & emergency situations.
Knowledge of carriers, NMFC Classifications, DOT regulations including Hazmat Qualifications.
Knowledge of air freight, truck, hotshot, OS/OW regulations & Internal freight requirements.
Knowledge of contractual agreements with carriers to maximize freight savings.
Knowledge of T&D and Power Generation materials & equipment.

Duration: 12 months
Location: Calera, AL
Pay Rate: $43/hr