About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Logistic Specialist role supports a confidential client’s transportation and supply chain operations. You will coordinate shipments, manage claims, and work with carriers and internal teams to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-efficient movement of goods.

• Manage end-to-end shipment routing in compliance with legal and customer requirements
• Coordinate routing and carrier selection to meet service and cost objectives
• Own issue resolution for shipments and coordinate with Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) when claims are required
• Track claims status, follow up for reimbursement, and update claims records with recovery details
• Prepare and maintain accurate shipping documentation (certificates of origin, customs invoices, packing lists, certificates of insurance)
• Monitor and expedite specialized or priority shipments as needed
• Identify and capture savings and added-value opportunities in transportation and routing
• Participate in team and client calls, providing logistics subject-matter expertise and project updates
• Ensure compliance with DOT and other transport regulations, including permitting, over-dimensional shipments, and Hazmat requirements

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Responsibilities (Detailed)

• Route cargo and coordinate the routing process from origin to destination
• Issue and follow up on claims; coordinate damage repair invoicing and cost recovery with finance/accounting teams
• Document intent to file and file claims with responsible service providers when appropriate
• Maintain and update claims database with status and recovery vs. freight value information
• Train new employees and clients on procedures and systems as needed
• Use client-selected logistics software (e.g., client ALA tool or other platforms) for shipment tracking and documentation
• Research logistics and transportation topics to support continuous improvement and risk mitigation
• Produce and maintain accurate invoicing and shipping records to support accounting and reconciliation
• May contribute to industry publications or internal knowledge resources

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college degree preferred
• Entry-level role; international logistics experience preferred
• Scheduling and critical-path management experience preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and data analysis capability
• Excellent customer service and issue-resolution experience
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and strong problem-solving ability

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $48,000 - $50,000 per year
• Full-time, salaried (exempt) position
• One day per week remote (WFH) plus standard office-based work in Fort Myers, FL
• 12-week maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision, basic life insurance (paid by confidential client), voluntary life insurance, STD (paid by confidential client), LTD, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, free on-site fitness classes, and more

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Schedule & Location

• Location: Fort Myers, Florida (hybrid: primarily office-based, one day/week WFH)
• Work schedule: 40 hours/week, generally 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
• Some weekend, after-hours support, or on-call rotation may be required

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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