• Logistics Specialist (Transportation)

    Aston Carter (Tempe, AZ)


    Job Description

    Join a dynamic and rapidly growing team responsible for ensuring the seamless operational execution of logistics within a major supply chain network. As a Logistic Specialist III, you will be integral in supporting regions and shippers, ensuring on-time pickup and delivery of freight across various hubs. You will play a key role in addressing disruptions, analyzing network trends, and contributing to the delivery of a world-class transportation product.

    Responsibilities

    + Communicate effectively with customers, carriers, railroad partners, vendors, suppliers, stakeholders, and program managers

    + Pull and analyze data from numerous databases using Excel, SQL, and other data management systems

    + Understand performance metrics to drive business results

    + Rectify disruptions and breaks in the process, following standard work to make informed decisions

    + Provide real-time customer experience in a fast-paced operating environment

    + Systematically escalate problems or variances to relevant owners and teams

    + Deliver and ensure follow-through on resolutions to ensure information delivery

    + Work within various time constraints to meet critical business needs, measuring and identifying activities performed

    + Communicate findings and data trends both verbally and in writing

    Essential Skills

    + Critical thinking skills to make inferences and informed decisions

    + 1+ years of experience working with computers and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel

    + Drive for results and interest in logistics and transportation

    + Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables, charts, and data analysis functions

    + Proficiency in managing large data sets to drive performance and process improvements

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Must be at least 18 years old

    + High school diploma or equivalent

    + 2 years of experience in logistics or transportation

    + Ability to work overtime as required

    + Proficiency in reading and taking direction in English

    + Experience with SQL is a plus

    + Experience using Inventory Management Systems

    + Understanding of inventory control methodology

    + Demonstrated positive work attitude and leadership skills

    + Commitment to a culture of safety

    + Bachelor's degree is preferred

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.