Job Details

Logistics Specialist

Job Type: W2 Contract

Contract Duration: 6 Months

Work Location: Santa Ana, CA (Fully onsite)

Pay Rate: $35.00 - $36.00 per hour

Job Summary

The Logistics Specialist is a fully onsite, 6-month contract role focused on monitoring and analyzing operational and financial performance, identifying variances, and supporting reporting and claims activities within a logistics environment. This position requires strong Excel skills, experience with SAP or similar systems, and the ability to work cross-functionally to investigate issues, communicate with vendors, and deliver data driven insights.

Top Skills

• MS Office (strong Excel)
• Problem solving
• Written and verbal communication
• General knowledge of logistics and/or supply chain
• Experience with SAP, WMS, and ERP systems

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in planning, risk management, or finance within a logistics environment (preferred)

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze key operational and financial performance metrics on a regular basis
• Identify root causes for discrepancies between actual performance and forecasts
• Analyze issues and prepare reports and recommendations for team leadership
• Investigate claim requests to determine validity
• Communicate with vendors to recover on claims
• Gather and analyze claim-related documentation
• Support ad-hoc reporting requests

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Experience with SAP and strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Ability to adapt quickly and remain flexible in a dynamic environment
• Experience using advanced supply chain management, enterprise planning, or financial planning systems (SAP or similar)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including PPT presentations
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively to meet project goals and deadlines

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related accounting software
• Ability to apply accounting and mathematical concepts

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