Job Title:  Corporate Logistics Data Specialist

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

Responsible for executing service trending analysis to drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives with our transportation partners. This role must also proactively identify, resolve, and communicate.

Logistics issues related to network performance across the supply chain, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing costs. The Corporate Logistics Specialist will require collaboration across the organization as required. The Logistics Specialist will be SGWS’s subject matter expert on transportation initiatives, Route to Market opportunities, and will help identify network optimization opportunities for SGWS and its partners.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support Transportation freight requests, including but not limited to freight quotes, booking requests, and coordination of shipment setup.
• Execute network optimization initiatives, including stateside to DI conversions and Route to Market (RTM) changes, by coordinating with suppliers, transportation partners, and commercial teams.
• Approve demurrage and detention billing for dryage moves. Identify root causes and escalate for further analysis.
• Quarterly business meetings with key transportation partners, including rail, key ports, freight forwarders, and ocean carriers
• Report transportation risks, including International and domestic port and ramp constraints, delays, and disruptions.
• Prepare data and analysis for RTM initiatives such as seasonal programs
• Support and update monthly reporting, including demurrage and detention, claims status, and carrier aging
• Analyze and report on monthly Spot bid activity, including trends and costs
• Document, define, and support Logistics processes, including but not limited to accessorial approvals and training, claims reporting, and other processes as identified
• Make transportation recommendations based on fluctuating/seasonal needs
• Evaluate/process escalations and other issues as needed to work with the teams to resolve logistical issues
• Coordinate with all parties involved for claims notifications and filings, resolve carrier payment escalations, and approve accessorial carrier invoices (backup)
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Logistics Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to find creative solutions to problems.
• Must have a complete understanding of Microsoft Excel and the other Office Suite software programs.
• The candidate must possess knowledge of logistics and warehouse processes
• Knowledge of the freight and transportation industry and processes

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

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