Logistics Intern

Overview

The Logistics Intern is responsible for supporting the operational execution and management of transportation for Yusen’s Supply Chain Solutions customers. The team this role will support includes Logistics Operations, Account Management, Carrier Management, and Reporting.

This position will require to be hybrid onsite based out of Jacksonville, FL. 

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Track shipments via phone, email, websites to ensure on time pick up and delivery
• Proactively manage delays and exceptions and escalate as needed
• Timely and accurate review loads for customer invoicing requiments and complete loads
• Update customer orders/loads via phone, email or other media such as on-line portals
• Run system reports and work with excel
• Participate in Kaizen projects
• Gain knowledge of transporation planning and routing processes
• Understand the US/CA/MX carrier base landscape
• Additional duties as assigned by the management team

General Competencies

• Multi Task between accounts while keeping a high accuracy rate.
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in multiple system platforms
• Proactively seek new ideas for continuous improvement

Qualifications

Active degree-seeking students who are enrolled in a relevant degree program (Transportation & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, etc.) and within 12-24 months of graduation preferred.

Maximum 30 hours per week.

Hours flexible. 

• Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Demonstrates ability to comply with YLA Core Competencies: Problem Solving & Decision Making, Accountability & Responsibility, Communication, Collaboration & Teamwork, and Customer Focus. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Benefits

Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
• 401k with a company match
• Standard 10 days PTO 
• Eligible for bonus plan
• 7 Paid Holidays 
• Eligble for OT pay if applicable 
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more

Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.

About Yusen Logistics (Americas)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

www.yusen-logistics.com/

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. values each individual employee and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Los Angeles County Only: Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.