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FREIGHT SPECIALIST

Come join the TOTO USA Family!

The bathroom is where we start and end our days - it's an everyday luxury we'd never want to do without. TOTO believes that people should have the greatest comfort, convenience and performance design possible in the bathroom. Improving people's lives is what inspires every TOTO innovation.

TOTO is one of the world's largest plumbing products manufacturers. We offer a complete line of residential and commercial plumbing fixtures and fittings, faucets, accessories, shower and flush valves, as well as lavatories, toilets, air baths and urinals. More than 1,500 TOTO engineers and their colleagues are committed to achieving the seamless integration of performance, conservation, technology, and innovation. 

Perks of the job,

· Excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 

· Paid vacation, Paid Holiday & 401K, Company match after (1) one year that vests immediately upon participation

· Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced awesome company

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordinates international import and export freight activities to support the timely, accurate, and cost-

effective movement of materials, products, and supplies. Serves as a liaison among suppliers, freight

forwarders, internal departments, warehouses, and third-party logistics providers to manage shipment

documentation, track freight activity and costs, resolve transportation and receiving issues, and

maintain accurate shipment and inventory records.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates international import and export shipments, including full container load (FCL), less-

than-container load (LCL), and air freight, from origin through final receipt

• Collaborates with suppliers, freight forwarders, internal departments, and third-party logistics

(3PL) providers to coordinate shipment schedules, monitor delivery dates, and resolve

transportation or receiving issues

• Reviews freight options and obtains and compares carrier and forwarder quotes to support cost-

effective and timely transportation decisions

• Monitors, tracks, and analyzes international freight costs and shipment activity, identifying

opportunities to improve transportation efficiency and control costs

• Reviews import and export shipping documentation for completeness and accuracy and

maintains required shipment records and supporting documentation

• Coordinates freight-related invoicing and documentation with international freight forwarders

and appropriate internal departments

• Tracks international shipments and proactively investigates delays, missing shipments,

documentation discrepancies, and other exceptions through resolution

• Coordinates container and receiving documentation with Production Planning & Control (PP&C),

warehouses, 3PL providers, and other stakeholders to support timely receipt and accurate

inventory movement

• Maintains inventory accuracy and supports compliance with applicable company procedures,

safety requirements, ISO standards, and 5S practices

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 No supervisory responsibilities

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of international freight documentation and import/export processes

• Working knowledge of PC-based skills (SAP, Word, Excel, Tableau)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and time management skills

• Ability to work without close supervision

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency required

• Minimum three (3) years of related experience in logistics or production control required

Work Environment & Travel:

• Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment

• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines or business

needs

• Minimal travel between company locations or business sites may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer

• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and phones

• Ability to occasionally move about the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, and office

machinery

• Light physical effort, including occasionally lifting or moving office items up to 15 pounds

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,

duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and

activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Regardless of position or title, all TOTO employees are expected to provide the highest level of customer service and kindness for the organization. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

TOTO USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

TOTO USA provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace.