Coordinator, Drayage Operations

Hellmann•Houston, TX

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide. For the better. Together. This position has a base compensation range of $25.00 to $30.00. In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting truck procurement and functional oversight of drayage operations for North America. Responsible for various tasks associated with truck procurement and operations (rate procurement, execution, completion and billing), in accordance with Hellmann policies and procedures. The incumbent will interact with regional stations/branches within North America, Finance, Pricing, Sales, and other various functions relating to North American drayage activities. In addition, there is frequent communication

Requirements

One to three years’ experience in seafreight operations required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Email, and Internet
Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as freight rates, discounts, and other percentages

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
One to two years’ experience in intermodal/drayage operations or similar preferred
Solid understanding of processes and systems; knowledge and use of Hellogic, Outlook and Business Objects a plus.
Experience with compliance related projects desired
Knowledge of trucking operations a plus
Prior experience communicating with truckers a plus
Systems experience Hellogic, Compcare / VI (Visual Intermodal), Business Objects a plus
Ability to simultaneously participate in multiple projects required
Must possess strong analytical skills directed toward complex problems and viable solutions
Must be self-motivated, seek opportunities and open to new approaches and ideas
Exceptional communication and cooperative skills required
Organizational skills
Time management and prioritization
Customer-focused
Adaptable / flexible to high-pressured environment
Proficient in world geography, shipping documentation, and Incoterms preferred

Responsibilities

Procurement of truck rates
Day to day operational management of Compcare / VI – Visual Intermodal (execution, codes, carriers, users, etc.).
Through measurement and analysis of drayage operations, identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost reduction.
Identify best practices throughout North America for quality control activities. Ensure these practices are communicated and implemented where applicable.
Assist in executing quality control functions (systems and data accuracy) for Compcare / VI (Visual Intermodal).
Assist in vendor Invoice Reconciliation – Monitor and assist to ensure KPI’s are met.
Vendor KPI’s - develop, monitor, and report (timely workorder completion, billing, communication, etc).
Performs other duties as assigned.