Warehouse Compliance Specialist - Air Express International USA, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60601
About the Job
Job Title: Warehouse Compliance Specialist
Job Location: Chicago, IL
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html
We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Compliance Specialist who would be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations of our warehouse storage, and inventory controls on a daily basis. Located at our Chicago, IL facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform daily inventory cycle counts and reconciliation of any discrepancy
- Audit freight locations against warehouse layout versus cycle count
- Assist with relocation of cargo out of scope
- Complete Dangerous Goods checks to verify if the cargo is ready for air transport and meets quality control specifications
- Analyze and assist with development of warehouse export area to assist in maintaining established procedures and regulations within its defined area
- Oversee ULD inventory control with the airlines
- Check, document and communicate dwelling of cargo to cargo owners (export/import)
- Resolve recurring issues and suggest enhancements related to warehouse work methods focusing on promoting efficiency, faster inventory controls and lower costs
- Maintain information in computerized systems such as logs, invoices, orders/receipts and generate documents
- Administrative duties as assigned to assist with inventory cycle controls
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills / Requirements:
- Warehousing experience - Minimum 1 year operations experience in a freight forwarding or international shipping environment
- Successfully pass Dangerous Goods certification to perform DG checks
- Strong analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills
- Inventory management, inventory control a plus
- Project work/management a plus
- Strong communication capabilities, both written and verbal
- Proficient computer skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- LOGIS or Cargo Wise systems knowledge is a plus
- Ability to recognize process deviations and propose corrective actions
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
- Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Tolerate moderate to loud level of noise in work environment
- May be required to work in cold storage areas
- Stand and remain standing for periods up to 3 hours or more without sitting
- Demonstrate daily a fitness for obligation without impairment due to illegal drugs, sleep deprivation, medication, or alcohol
Benefits: (All non-union employees)
- Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.
- 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.
- Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group’s success as shareholders.
- Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.
- Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
- Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.
- Holiday / Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.
Why join DHL Global Forwarding?
We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html
DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED EXTERNALLY AS TOP EMPLOYER AND
A GREAT PLACE TO WORK !
WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO YOU?
- It means that when you partner with DHL Global Forwarding you’re working with an ethical and socially responsible company.
- We believe that when people love to come to work, they give more, try harder for their Customers, and are proud of the service they give.
- And that’s why external organizations have granted us different accolades for our people practices
Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World
Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: We connect people, improving their lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility
At DHL Global Forwarding we cultivate a culture that values both respect and results, placing a strong emphasis on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Work Authorization:
DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.
About DHL Global Forwarding (DGF):
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.
Our business model is very asset-light, as it is based on the brokerage of transport services between customers and freight carriers. We consolidate shipments to achieve higher volumes, purchase cargo space at better conditions and optimize network utilization. Our global presence means we can offer a variety of routing options and meet our customers' increasing demand for multimodal shipments.
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