Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States
• Logistics and supply chain coordinator with 5+ years of hands‑on experience at ChemQuest International, directing end‑to‑end inbound and outbound freight operations across domestic and international markets for a chemical products manufacturer/distributor. • Hands‑on expertise managing LTL and FTL shipments, carrier sourcing, and rate negotiation — consistently keeping freight moving on schedule while controlling transportation spend. • Forklift‑certified with practical warehouse experience spanning receiving, put away, staging, cycle counting, and inventory reconciliation inside WMS and ERP environments. • Skilled at resolving freight exceptions and vendor issues by working directly with carriers, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders, with a track record of keeping shipments compliant with DOT and hazardous‑materials handling requirements for chemical freight. • Proficient in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for shipment visibility, exception management, and KPI reporting that supports leadership decision‑making. • Dependable cross‑functional communicator who partners with procurement, production, and customer service teams to keep delivery commitments aligned with operational and client needs.
• Manage day-to-day inbound and outbound freight operations for domestic and international shipments, coordinating with carriers and vendors to ensure on-time pickup and delivery across LTL and FTL lanes. • Negotiate rates and service agreements with trucking companies and freight carriers to reduce transportation costs while maintaining service quality and delivery timelines. • Monitor shipment status using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), proactively communicating with internal teams and customers to address delays, exceptions, and re-routing needs. • Maintain accurate inventory records through the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and ERP platform, performing cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies to ensure stock integrity. • Operate forklifts and assist with warehouse floor activities including receiving, putaway, and staging of outbound shipments, ensuring proper handling and storage of chemical products. • Ensure full compliance with DOT regulations across all transportation and warehousing activities, reviewing freight documentation and keeping safety standards consistently met. • Coordinate with international freight forwarders and customs brokers to manage cross-border shipments, ensuring accurate documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and packing lists. • Support vendor onboarding and ongoing relationship management, evaluating carrier performance metrics and escalating service issues when needed to maintain supply chain reliability. • Prepare and maintain logistics reports using Microsoft Excel, tracking KPIs such as freight spend, on-time delivery rates, and shipment volumes for management review.