Logistics Specialist

Logistics Specialist

Location: Onsite for training, then hybrid based in Clackamas, OR Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: $30-$36/hour DOE Hours: M-F, full-time, typically 7am-4pm with some flexibility on start time

Position Overview

LHH Recruitment is seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist to support and manage domestic transportation operations with a strong focus on drayage and over-the-road (OTR) trucking. This role will play a critical part in coordinating freight movement, maintaining carrier relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of goods. The position is onsite in Clackamas, Oregon, with the opportunity to convert to a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage drayage and OTR trucking movements, including scheduling pickups and deliveries
• Serve as the primary point of contact for carriers, drivers, and internal stakeholders
• Track shipments from origin to destination, proactively managing delays and exceptions
• Negotiate rates and maintain strong relationships with trucking and drayage providers
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, port requirements, and company policies
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation and load details
• Monitor freight costs and support cost-control and efficiency initiatives
• Communicate shipment status updates clearly and consistently with internal teams and customers
• Support continuous improvement efforts across logistics and transportation processes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain, with a strong emphasis on drayage and OTR trucking
• High school diploma required; Additional education or coursework in supply chain, logistics, or transportation preferred
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, onsite environment
• Proficiency with logistics systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office tools

Pay Details: $30.00 to $36.00 per hour

Search managed by: Ashley Armstrong

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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