Logistics Specialist Consultant

• Execute shipments and arrivals logistics by coordinating day-to-day logistics activities, entering and managing physical inventory transfers throughout each stage of the supply chain process, and troubleshooting as needed with the direction of Supply Chain & Logistics Leaders. 
• Execute coordination & scheduling placements and shipments of materials/products through collaboration with partners & carriers, and logistic companies to ensure timely deliveries and receipts. 
• Receive in and apply loaded shipments to internal and external customers against contracts, by providing documentation and destinations 
• Perform daily position tracking by coordinating with carriers and sending position reports to all the stakeholders. 
• Own data input and coordination of freight-related contracts, invoices and other critical data related components. 
• Enter and manage sales orders and related information into SAP and other tools, ensuring high accuracy and completeness & maintaining proper categorization of products in each sales order field in order entry. 
• Generate and update sales order reports from SAP and other systems and assist in monitoring inventory levels based on sales orders and flagging any discrepancies. 
• Act as a communication liaison between customers and internal supply chain and logistics teams, efficiently and effectively meet quality and sales/delivery execution goals. 
• Maintain appropriate records and prepare reports with emphasis on accurate data entry and interpretation. 
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned. 
• Prepare and review shipping documentation (bills of lading, certificates of analysis, MSDS/SDS sheets, etc) to meet import/export and customs requirements across multiple countries  
• Monitor container availability, vessel schedules, and port congestion to proactively manage shipment timelines and minimize demurrage/detention costs 
• Identify and resolve issues related to cargo damage, quality claims, delays, or documentation discrepancies 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trade compliance, tariffs, and regulatory changes affecting international fertilizer shipping 
•  Enter and maintain accurate shipment data in SAP, including purchase orders, sales orders, delivery schedules, and container/vessel details for international fertilizer shipments  
• Create and update SAP transport orders and shipment documents, ensuring alignment with bills of lading, packing lists, and customs paperwork  
• Track and reconcile shipment status, container numbers, and delivery milestones within SAP and Excel to maintain accurate real-time visibility for internal teams  
• Input and update material master and batch data in SAP for fertilizer products, ensuring accurate quantities, weights, and packaging details  
• Process goods receipt and goods issue transactions in SAP tied to inbound/outbound container movements 
• Collaborate with finance and supply chain teams to ensure SAP data supports accurate landed cost calculations for imported fertilizer shipments 

Required Experience:

• High School diploma or GED 
• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Transportation and Logistics 
• Experience with data input and coordination 
• Able to work a hybrid schedule- 3 days/week in the office 
• Proficient in MS Office suite 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong working relationships 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Understanding of standard shipping practices with strongly preferred experience with container logistics & data management specifically. 
• Experience working with logistics tools, SAP preferred. 
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management 
• Experience with Incoterms (FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP, DAP) as applied to bulk agricultural commodity shipments 
• Working knowledge of customs brokerage processes and import documentation for key markets