Americas Logistics Specialist

Company Details

Datalogic is a global technology leader in the automatic data capture and factory automation markets, specialized in the designing and production of barcode readers, mobile computers, sensors for detection, measurement and safety, RFID, vision and laser marking systems.

Datalogic can boast over 50 years of history, during which it has achieved unique results: approximately 1.200 patents in multiple jurisdictions; 11 research centers and development (in Italy, USA, China and Vietnam); thousands of prestigious partners and customers deployed over five continents. The company has grown constantly over the years, thanks to the dedication with which customer needs have always been at the heart of the quality of its products and to the considerable investments in Research & Development, supported by a management capable of looking to the future.

Today, Datalogic Group has approximately 3,000 employees worldwide, distributed in 29 offices, with 11 manufacturing and repair facilities in the USA, Hungary, Slovakia, Italy, China, Vietnam and Australia. Datalogic S.p.A. is listed on the STAR segment of the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001 as DAL.MI. In 2022, the Datalogic Group made significant strides and concluded the year by generating revenue of approximately €655 million. The Group is headquartered in Bologna, Italy.

Role Mission

The Americas Logistics Specialist is responsible for overseeing logistics costs, negotiating with carriers, driving improvement projects, and optimizing the balance between inventory holding costs and transportation lead times and expenses. Additionally, they collaborate with logistics service providers to create joint value and enhance supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Optimization: Analyze and optimize Americas logistics operations in collaboration with the Global Logistics team to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Transportation Coordination: Coordinating and managing shipping routes, selecting carriers, and ensuring timely delivery via ground, air, and ocean shipments with collaborations with Manufacturing/S&R/Planning/Scheduling group.
• Supplier/Logistics Partners Relations: Manage partnership/relationship with freight forwarders, carriers, and agents to negotiate rates/surcharges and monitor performance regularly. Initiate monthly/quarterly review to establish reliable communication with logistics partners.
• Documentation and Compliance: Oversee preparation of shipping, export, and customs documents as needed. Ensure compliance with domestic and international trade regulations, customs requirements, and dangerous goods protocol. Assist on any customs delays issues to clear the receiving of the goods in Americas.
• Technology Utilization: Evaluate manual logistics processes needing improvement and use of new technology to track shipments, manage inventory, optimize routing, solve supply chain disruptions.
• Reporting/Logistics KPI Reports: Provide detailed reports related to logistics performance metrics to US Plants Director and escalate issues for immediate resolution.
  
  

Qualifications / Requirements

Primary Language

Fluent English; written and verbal communication

Experience

5+ years in domestic/international logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain

Certifications

Dangerous Good Certification is a plus

Communication Skills

Effective coordination with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Organizational Skills

Strong attention to detail for tracking shipments, inventory, and schedules.

Analytical Problem-Solving

Ability to troubleshoot logistical issues and optimize supply chain operations.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in logistics software, inventory management systems, and transportation management tools.

Proficiency in SAP

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, transportation, or equivalent.