Freight Logistics Intern

Location:

8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America

Job Description

Location:

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 t 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.
 
Here are just some of the programs U-Haul has available:

• • Full Medical coverage

  • New indoor fitness gym

  • Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

  • Career stability

  • Opportunities for advancement

  • Valuable on-the-job training

  • Prescription plans

  • Dental & Vision Plans

  • Business and travel insurance

  • YouMatter Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days 

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  • 401(k) Savings Plan

  • Life insurance

  • Critical Illness/Group Accident

  • 24-hour physician available for kids

  • Subsidized gym/ membership

  • MetLaw Legal program

  • MetLife auto and home insurance

  • Discounts on ce