SanMar · 18 hours ago
Logistics Specialist
Issaquah, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$32.56/hr - $43.27/hr
1+ years expSanMar is a logistics company seeking a Logistics Specialist to work with vendors, customers, and global transportation partners to ensure efficient movement of goods. The role involves managing service agreements, creating logistics reports, and collaborating across teams to improve processes and resolve issues.
ApparelFashionProduct DesignRetail
Responsibilities
Manage execution of service agreements while maintaining good relationships with trading partners
Create and maintain key performance indicators, metrics, and other logistics reports/analytics
Utilize data to identify issues, trends, and exceptions to drive improvements, initiate change, and find solutions
Systematically escalate problems to the relevant owners and teams and follow through on the resolutions to ensure they are delivered
Research policies, rulings, recent news/publications, and other related issues and recommend actions
Identify business and functional requirements for the IT teams to create and enhance the software systems and tools utilized
Perform forecasting, allocation, and capacity planning
Process cargo claim documentation, submit claims, and monitor through payment receipt
Initiate, setup, and manage special customer programs and projects communicating and coordinating within the Logistics department and cross-functional groups
Attend and at times run meetings with internal and external partners
Initiate relationship and training with vendors ensuring uniform implementation and direction to all parties
Create and maintain all SOP documents for International Logistics and implement with stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned
Comply with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
1-3 years of global logistics industry experience
Understand supply chain concepts, logistics terminology, shipping/contract terms and transportation cost structure across various transportation modes
Has in-depth knowledge of Logistics and the ability to plan and execute shipments to meet business needs while maintaining overall costs and service levels relevant to corporate goals
Work on projects during unconventional work hours as needed
Good understanding of electronic data interchange (EDI) across systems
Must be able to work with confidential information
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work across the company and with all stakeholders
Detail oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Ability to independently make decisions, follow through on projects, take initiative, and self-direct
Ability to utilize report writing tools to obtain information
Ability to analyze data and generate clear, actionable information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
Life insurance
Short/long-term disability coverage
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Pet insurance
Company
SanMar
SanMar is a promotional apparel and wholesale supplier provides superior services and products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
P
Paul Whyatt
Chief Financial Officer
J
Jennifer Larson
Chief People Officer
Recent News
2025-10-21
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