Logistics Analyst

Company Information
Vandegrift Forwarding Company Inc. ( www.vandegriftinc.com ) is a privately held company, headquartered in Jersey City, NJ, with US offices in Jamaica, NY, (JFK), Jersey City, NJ, Los Angeles, CA, Norfolk, VA, Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, and Dania, FL. Vandegrift is the provider of choice to Fortune 500 companies for customs brokerage, export forwarding, freight management, and supply chain management services. Vandegrift offers comprehensive medical insurance, paid vacation, and 401-K program.
Job Description
A Vandegrift, Logistics Analyst is a crucial member of the Operations team working closely with clients, internal departments and our global organization. Vandegrift/LMD has a wide range of customers who demand the highest levels of service for their supply chain, and our teams deliver consistently on that expectation. As a Logistics Analyst you can expect a dynamic working environment, with a variety of responsibilities, ranging from day to day-operational tasks right through to supporting clients with the development and delivery of their supply chain strategies.Our preferred candidate possesses the following personal qualifications:•Have the ambition to do a superior job and has the desire and ability to take on responsibility.•Demonstrate enthusiasm; be open and straightforward in co-operation with others.•Learn through on-the-job training and problem solving.•Develop yourself and be open to new challenges, be willing to share your knowledge and experience with all your colleagues.•Create a good working environment by setting a good example with professional behavior.•Deliver what we promise and exceed our clients expectations.Primary Responsibilities•Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to improve the clients supply chain.•Manage the flow of cargo according to the customer's requirements and established Critical Success Targets.•Liaise with Vandegrift operations and client staff to resolve discrepancies within 24 hrs.•Maintain data integrity of the Vandegrift Logistics systems•Manage KPI reporting both internal and external
REQUIREMENTS
•5 years experience International Logistics (Asia inbound)•Proficiency in Microsoft suite of software as well as other business related packages•Sense of urgency, initiative and independent competitive drive to get things done•Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with others•Solid understanding of international ocean & airfreight transportation•Proficiency with Trade Point Systems required