WireCo WorldGroup
Job Description
The US Logistics Specialist will work with WireCo’s customer care, planning, and distribution center teams, external customers, and transportation providers to coordinate and control intercompany shipments and outbound customer deliveries. This position will also assist in securing equipment domestically to ensure on-time performance in the most cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate will show initiative, possess excellent communication skills, be able to support and handle several tasks at once, work well in a team environment, and interact with multiple levels and functions within the organization. Additional duties may include: analyzing freight costs, handling freight quote requests for sales, procurement, or customer service teams, measuring KPIs and compiling carrier scorecard data.
The US Logistics Specialist must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):
Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo
Duties & Responsibilities
Coordinate end-to-end movement of intercompany transfers, inbound and outbound orders, ensuring on-time and cost-effective delivery
Work daily within the Transportation Management System (TMS) to consolidate and schedule shipments, assign carriers, update load status, create reports, and maintain accurate data for audit and performance (KPI) tracking
Partner with shipping sites to ensure production and warehouse teams have all required shipping documentation from the ERP, TMS, and/or internal Logistics team
Maintain strong communication with carriers, freight forwarders, distribution centers, and customer service to resolve delays, routing challenges, equipment shortages, and capacity issues
Monitor carrier KPIs through scorecards capturing service, cost, transit time, claim performance, and trailer/container utilization, presenting findings and improvement opportunities to leadership
Support freight cost control by analyzing spot quotes, validating fuel surcharges and accessorials, investigating invoice discrepancies, and challenging charges that do not meet contractual terms
Assist sales, procurement, and customer service teams with accurate freight quotes, transit time estimates, routing decisions, and customer inquiries regarding shipment status
Track critical shipments and high-priority orders to ensure timely delivery, providing proactive updates to internal stakeholders and external customers.
Perform special logistics or transportation projects such as lane optimization, mode/rate benchmarking, sustainability initiatives, or network efficiency improvements
Maintain strong attention to detail and compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and carrier requirements for documentation and operational accuracy.
Learn and execute U.S. export shipments—including carrier selection, booking confirmation, container/equipment allocation, export documentation, and proactive risk mitigation
Qualifications Required Qualifications
3-5+ years of logistics experience, preferably with international shipping
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and organize assignments
Proficiency with TMS and ERP systems (MercuryGate and JDE preferred)
High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Logistics
Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, or global distribution
Familiarity with required export documents and programs - commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, etc.; FTA documentation, Letters of Credit
Multi-lingual capabilities are beneficial
Additional Information
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment. A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
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The US Logistics Specialist must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):
Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo
Duties & Responsibilities
Coordinate end-to-end movement of intercompany transfers, inbound and outbound orders, ensuring on-time and cost-effective delivery
Work daily within the Transportation Management System (TMS) to consolidate and schedule shipments, assign carriers, update load status, create reports, and maintain accurate data for audit and performance (KPI) tracking
Partner with shipping sites to ensure production and warehouse teams have all required shipping documentation from the ERP, TMS, and/or internal Logistics team
Maintain strong communication with carriers, freight forwarders, distribution centers, and customer service to resolve delays, routing challenges, equipment shortages, and capacity issues
Monitor carrier KPIs through scorecards capturing service, cost, transit time, claim performance, and trailer/container utilization, presenting findings and improvement opportunities to leadership
Support freight cost control by analyzing spot quotes, validating fuel surcharges and accessorials, investigating invoice discrepancies, and challenging charges that do not meet contractual terms
Assist sales, procurement, and customer service teams with accurate freight quotes, transit time estimates, routing decisions, and customer inquiries regarding shipment status
Track critical shipments and high-priority orders to ensure timely delivery, providing proactive updates to internal stakeholders and external customers.
Perform special logistics or transportation projects such as lane optimization, mode/rate benchmarking, sustainability initiatives, or network efficiency improvements
Maintain strong attention to detail and compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and carrier requirements for documentation and operational accuracy.
Learn and execute U.S. export shipments—including carrier selection, booking confirmation, container/equipment allocation, export documentation, and proactive risk mitigation
Qualifications Required Qualifications
3-5+ years of logistics experience, preferably with international shipping
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and organize assignments
Proficiency with TMS and ERP systems (MercuryGate and JDE preferred)
High attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Logistics
Experience in manufacturing, industrial products, or global distribution
Familiarity with required export documents and programs - commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, etc.; FTA documentation, Letters of Credit
Multi-lingual capabilities are beneficial
Additional Information
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment. A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
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