LOGISTICS SPECIALIST presso Micro Center

We are seeking an energetic, detail oriented, team player for the LOGISTICS SPECIALIST role in our International Product & Sourcing Group (IPSG) Operations. The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for managing the purchase order process from creation to receipt along with managing international logistics and supply chain, payments, customs file audits of all international import orders.

Under the Micro Electronics, Inc. parent company are MICRO CENTER, the nation’s leading computer and electronics big box retailer, and International Products Sourcing Group (IPSG), offering a wide variety of private label computer products such as Powerspec PC and Inland accessories at significant savings over comparable name brand items. Passion, Energy & Commitment describe life at Micro Center. We are passionate about customer service and developing long-term customer relationships. We are looking for those that are committed to these same values.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Order items from vendors and track shipments throughout the whole supply chain.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers/vendors, third party logistics providers (3PL), customs brokers, and government agencies.
• Implement import operational procedures to ensure US Customs compliance.
• Review and process international wire transfers to suppliers/vendors and domestic payments to third party logistics providers (3PL), customs brokers, government agencies to ensure accuracy and proper recordkeeping.
• Review product import regulations and guidelines.
• Responsible for import compliance in the areas of record keeping, HTS classification, CBP valuations, OGA regulations, etc.
• Audit documentation for accuracy, accounting and US customs purposes; act as a liaison to corporate Accounting Department.
• Reporting duties using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other software related.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience as a Logistics Specialist, Import Coordinator or similar role and Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Mandarin Chinese and English-speaking candidates encouraged to apply.
• Strong ability to balance multiple priorities
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines under limited supervision
• Self-managing and pro-active initiative
• Extensive attention to detail
• Knowledge of logistics & supply chain, international trade, global sourcing, inventory management and general accounting practices
• A team player with good interpersonal skills

Related working experience strongly preferred:

• Data Analysis & Programming (VBA, Python, R, etc.)
• Customs & Freight Forwarding
• Finance & Accounting

MICRO CENTER OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Coverage for Regular Full-Time Associates
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Employee Discount that includes a Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement & Education Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Regular Associates
• Esteemed Vendor & Company Job Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities

OUR GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:

At Micro Center, we empower our employees to set their sights high and blaze their own trails. This is a place where your future success and growth are truly a result of your own efforts and achievements. Our teams are made up of motivated individuals who work hard to advance their careers. Join our team and see how hard work, loyalty, competitive spirit and unwavering commitment to the customer can take you and your career to new places.

Micro Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer