A Logistics Assistant facilitates communication between production, sales and distribution stages to promote a healthy and efficient supply chain. Their responsibilities often include:
Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments.
Responding to customer inquiries and referring clients to the proper channels.
Reviewing purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy.
Making special shipping arrangements as necessary.
Tracking and fixing shipping errors
Preparing bills and invoices
Managing distribution and shipment budgets.
Ensuring that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.
Developing processes that make the supply chain more efficient and organized.
Effective communication, including writing, speaking and interpersonal communication.
Quick critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent customer service and client relations skills.
Keep organization and time management skills.
Good collaboration and team work abilities.
Great leadership and goal-setting skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced data analysis and data visualization.
Expert inventory management
Ability to use computers, software and other technology for inventory and communication purposes.
Understanding of the supply chain, including common obstacles and effective solutions.