• Transportation Cost Specialist

    US Tech Solutions (Franklin, TN)


    Duration: 6 Months Contract

    Job Description:

    + Data Analysis

    + Analyze shipping data to identify trends, monitor transportation costs, and evaluate carrier performance.

    + Prepare regular reports to support management decision-making.

    + Cost Management

    + Determine cost-effective shipping methods and negotiate contracts with transport carriers.

    + Evaluate and manage expenses such as storage fees, fuel costs, and other associated transportation charges.

    + Route Optimization

    + Organize and manage transport routes to ensure timely and cost-efficient deliveries.

    + Coordinate with internal teams and external carriers to optimize route planning.

    Responsibilities:

    + Issue Resolution

    + Address and resolve conflicts between customers and carriers.

    + Handle issues related to shipping delays, overcharges, or service quality.

    + Compliance and Documentation

    + Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

    Experience:

    + Strong ability to process and interpret data to drive decision-making.

    + Capable of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.

    + Familiarity with logistics software and data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Cass.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with carriers, customers, and cross-functional teams.

    Skills:

    + Maintain accurate records of shipping transactions, including invoices, contracts, and carrier documentation.

    + Performance Improvement

    + Identify inefficiencies in logistics processes and recommend improvements.

    + Propose and help implement changes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

    Education:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field

    About US Tech Solutions:

    US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com (http://www.ustechsolutionsinc.com) .

     

    US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.