
Logistics Specialist
Southfield, MIJob$20–25/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Watch jobs like this. New roles like this one near Southfield, MI, by email.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting.
At a glance
Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.
Job overview
The Logistics Specialist joins the Logistics Operations department to coordinate day-to-day transportation activities. The role maintains customer and load information, tracks pickups and deliveries, communicates load status, and investigates shipment issues. Candidates should have one year of logistics experience, general transportation-industry knowledge, and the ability to coordinate routing and dispatch details. Two overnight shift options are available in Southfield, Michigan.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Our client, Logistics & Transportation is seeking a Logistics Specialist to join their team. As a Logistics Specialist, you will be part of the Logistics Operations department supporting day-to-day transportation coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the ability to stay organized under time-sensitive pressure—skills that will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Logistics Specialist
Location: Southfield, MI
Pay Range: $20-$25/hr.
Shift: Two different shifts available: Tuesday-Saturday 11PM-7AM; or 10:30PM-7AM Monday thru Friday
What's the Job?
-
Maintain customer profile information and enter loads from customer tenders into the Freight Optimizer system
-
Update account managers on problem loads and document actions taken; update receivers and customers on load status
-
Monitor daily pick-ups and deliveries, verifying loads arrive on time and in good condition
-
Take check calls from drivers, validate load data prior to marking loads delivered, and ensure accurate accounting
-
Investigate product overages, shortages, and damages; complete the appropriate documentation and schedule delivery appointments
What's Needed?
-
1 year of logistics experience
-
General knowledge of the transportation industry
-
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form
-
Experience writing routine reports and correspondence (preferred)
-
Comfort coordinating routing and dispatch details, including providing clear directions and instructions to drivers
What's in it for me?
-
Work in a role that keeps freight moving and customers informed through every step of the process
-
Use logistics tools and systems to manage load entry, tracking, and delivery scheduling
-
Build confidence by handling real-time check calls and resolving load issues with documentation
-
Contribute to accurate load validation for accounting purposes
-
Join a team that values dependable coordination and clear communication
Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:
-
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
-
Dental Plan
-
Supplemental Life Insurance
-
Short Term Disability Insurance
-
401(k)
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.
In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Similar jobs, posted recently
Open roles like this one, listed in the last 30 days.
Logistics AnalystRyder · Novi, MI · $55–60K/yrPosted 4 days agoPosted 4 days ago
Contract SpecialistDefense Logistics Agency · Warren, MI · $99–128K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
Supply Chain Ops SpecialistRyder · Lake Orion, MI · $58–60K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
Accessory Team LeadGeneral Motors · Warren, MI (Hybrid)Posted 1 day agoPosted 1 day ago
Sr. Specialist, Battery Cells Series and Project PurchasingScout Motors · Novi, MI · $110–135K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.