Logistics Specialist
Abbott
**Main Responsibilities**
+ Process incoming orders from sales representatives in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
+ Follow policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
+ Liaise with stakeholders across functionalities to resolve issues.
+ Schedule airfreight shipments with distribution centers.
+ Produce export documentation to meet local and foreign regulations including Country of Origin, Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Valuation, Letter of Credit, and Licensing and maintain technical files for all shipments.
+ Perform inventory receiving and movement transactions in SAP S4/HANA
+ Reconcile monthly inventory balances in Finish Goods locations to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.
+ Monitor performance KPI’s of transportation and warehouse service providers.
+ Negotiate, administer, and review service agreements with carriers, customs brokers, and transportation service providers.
+ Conduct analysis of alternate transportation methods and programs, along with projected cost and service improvements.
+ Assist in developing long-term logistics strategies for international shipping.
+ Expedite difficult shipping situations (e.g., dangerous goods, temperature sensitive material and field service priority orders) to ensure customer satisfaction.
**Requirements**
+ Strong in Microsoft Office applications
+ Preferred system experience with SAP S4/HANA.
+ Sound analytical abilities and great attention to detail
+ Effective communication skills, written and oral (English) and interpersonal skills are critical for this position
+ Familiar with Lean Six Sigma principles
+ Ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously
+ Able to work independently and in cross-functional teams
+ Good in communication & stakeholder management
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com
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