At The Cary Company, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our customers while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Logistics Specialist to join our team and support our logistics operations.

Job Summary: As a Logistics Specialist, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing our logistics functions. You will work closely with our carriers, customers, and internal departments to ensure that all logistics operations are executed efficiently and effectively. 

This is an on-site role reporting to our Addison, IL facility.

Compensation Range: $42,500-$55,000 Annually +  Benefits

(Compensation varies based on experience and education)

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Logistics Functions: Role includes spot quoting, routing, and updating rates to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation solutions.

• Assist Logistics Department: Support the logistics team in daily operations, contributing to the continuous improvement of our logistics processes.

• Claims Handling & Rate Negotiation: Handle claims and negotiate rates with carriers to ensure optimal outcomes and maintain strong relationships.

• Carrier & Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with carriers and customers, acting as a key point of contact for logistics-related matters.

• Cross-Departmental Support: Collaborate with our Quality Assurance and Customer Service Departments to ensure service standards are met and exceeded.

• Innovation & Process Development: Use creativity and innovation to develop new processes and procedures that enhance efficiency and service delivery.

• Interface with Stakeholders: Communicate and coordinate with couriers, office personnel, and management to respond to requests and ensure that service commitments are met.

  Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred.

• Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities, desire to learn logistics/supply chain, and proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of packaging materials and industry-specific products is beneficial but not required.

  Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Life and Supplemental Insurance

• Short Term Incentive Plan

• 401K Provision

• Profit Sharing

• HRA

• Cafeteria Plan

• Seasonal company sponsored events

• Work/Life Balance

• Childcare Reimbursement Program

• 9/80 Scheduling Option (following 1 year of employment) 

  A little about the company: 

• Been around since 1895. 

• Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to 60 in 2010 and now over 240. 

• Locations in Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN (2018), Pittsburgh, PA (2019), Salt Lake City, UT (2021), Jurupa Valley, CA (2021), Livermore, CA (2021), Charlotte, NC (2023). 

• We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration.  

• We have a beautiful newly renovated corporate office/warehouse in Addison. 

• We have a strengths-based approach working to leverage what the employee likes to do and is good at doing.

• Privately owned

  We work to build autonomy, connectedness and confidence in your role

• Employees get 2-4 structured one-to-one meetings with their supervisor per year (replaces traditional performance review with a 2-way discussion) 

• We have various committees employees can join (Culture Committee and Cary Cares)

• Fun Friday’s, Weekly Yoga, and other company events are some highlights (check out our Facebook page) 

• Core Values: Growth, Positivity, Customer Driven, Spirited Work Ethic, In This Together

  People that are successful in our culture/company have the following characteristics: 

• Positive/optimistic 

• Open Minded, but still look for ways to make our systems better 

• Curious/Inquisitive 

• Customer-Focused (ease of doing business for our customers) 

• Supportive of Co-workers 

  The Cary Company prides itself on its fun, upbeat culture, providing a comfortable work/life balance and a supportive team environment. Enjoy working at an steady pace, and with knowledgeable co-workers who together create a customer-centric and professional team.

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