Freight Logistics Summer Intern
U-Haul International, Inc., Tempe, AZ, United States
8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America
Under the direction of the Manager, Logistics, you will assist with Purchasing, Customer Service, and U-Haul Field entities with information on distribution, transportation and logistics related projects. Assist with shipping and freight concerns. Expedite and track shipments; perform cost comparison. Maintain department standards execute daily operations and functions of the U-haul freight department.
Duties:
Reasonable and predictable attendance is essential
Logistical support and customer service for field personnel in the U-Haul System and U-Haul vendors
Operational interaction with carriers on behalf of U-Haul (shipment rating, scheduling, tracking, etc.)
Carrier freight claim filing and resolution on behalf of U-Haul
Special projects as directed
Identify and present opportunities of improvement, increased efficiencies, and /or cost benefit for U-Haul
Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows programs and the internet and have the ability to learn and use proprietary U-Haul computer programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must have a good interpersonal, customer service, and telephone skills, Mathematical aptitude, schedule, logic and reasoning, cost studies, and basic accounting concepts are required.
Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize, problem solve, plan, and organize. Attention to detail is essential. Must have a working knowledge of the various modes in the transportation industry (small package, LTL, truckload, rail, ocean, expedited, etc.). Must be proficient in spreadsheet analysis.
Education/Training Requirements:
In process of completing College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other business related field, or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
In process of completing College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other business related field, or equivalent work experience.
Physical Demands:
Typically, the person may sit comfortably to do the work. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving automobile.
No special physical demand are required to perform the work
Perks of joining the U-Haul fleet:
Get your career moving with a company that empowers team members to be the healthiest version of themselves! We provide robust wellness benefits, events, and resources to help team members become the happiest and healthiest they can be.
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
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Under the direction of the Manager, Logistics, you will assist with Purchasing, Customer Service, and U-Haul Field entities with information on distribution, transportation and logistics related projects. Assist with shipping and freight concerns. Expedite and track shipments; perform cost comparison. Maintain department standards execute daily operations and functions of the U-haul freight department.
Duties:
Reasonable and predictable attendance is essential
Logistical support and customer service for field personnel in the U-Haul System and U-Haul vendors
Operational interaction with carriers on behalf of U-Haul (shipment rating, scheduling, tracking, etc.)
Carrier freight claim filing and resolution on behalf of U-Haul
Special projects as directed
Identify and present opportunities of improvement, increased efficiencies, and /or cost benefit for U-Haul
Skills/Knowledge:
Knowledge of Microsoft Windows programs and the internet and have the ability to learn and use proprietary U-Haul computer programs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must have a good interpersonal, customer service, and telephone skills, Mathematical aptitude, schedule, logic and reasoning, cost studies, and basic accounting concepts are required.
Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize, problem solve, plan, and organize. Attention to detail is essential. Must have a working knowledge of the various modes in the transportation industry (small package, LTL, truckload, rail, ocean, expedited, etc.). Must be proficient in spreadsheet analysis.
Education/Training Requirements:
In process of completing College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other business related field, or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
In process of completing College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or other business related field, or equivalent work experience.
Physical Demands:
Typically, the person may sit comfortably to do the work. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving automobile.
No special physical demand are required to perform the work
Perks of joining the U-Haul fleet:
Get your career moving with a company that empowers team members to be the healthiest version of themselves! We provide robust wellness benefits, events, and resources to help team members become the happiest and healthiest they can be.
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
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