Distribution & Logistics Specialist

The Coca-Cola Company•Apopka, FL

3d•$60,900 - $82,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Team provides a high level of support to internal and external customers. The Distribution & Logistics Specialist ensures strong customer service through effective communication and manages customer orders from receipt through delivery. The role coordinates shipping and distribution activities while supporting the company's manufacturing goals. The position is based at the logistics center in Apopka, Florida, and requires travel of 0%–25%.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in a warehousing or distribution environment.
A bachelor's degree or 10 years of equivalent work experience.
Knowledge or experience in dangerous-goods transport and ADR regulations.
Knowledge of INCOTERMS.
Knowledge of GHS requirements.
Experience in traffic coordination and transport scheduling.
Forklift certification for both sit-down and turret lifts.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to strategically align distribution processes with customer requirements.
Knowledge of supply-chain capabilities, strategies, and interdependencies for short- and long-term business planning.
Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring Coca-Cola Company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical environment.
Qualification in logistics and transportation.
DGSA qualification.
Business proficiency in English and Spanish.
Exposure to customs and excise.
SAP or WMS/EWM experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with operations teams to ensure timely collection and delivery of shipments at the Apopka, Florida logistics center.
Prepare shipping documentation and dangerous-goods documentation for road, rail, and sea transport in accordance with applicable regulations.
Operate forklifts, including turret wire-guided lifts, daily.
Consult with internal and external customers and suppliers to improve performance, products, and services.
Manage future demand through proactive liaison with customers and internal stakeholders, using historical data, forecasts, rolling estimates, and market performance.
Review warehouse customer orders against equipment capability and capacity.
Manage customer issues through effective internal communication, trend analysis, corrective-action development, follow-up, and progress updates to customers.
Liaise with customers, forwarders, brokers, production planners, operations, and quality assurance.
Gather and analyze procurement metrics using data collection techniques.
Perform other assigned tasks, analyses, and special projects.
Control inventory and perform cycle counting.
Support company programs and culture.
Safeguard and protect company information and property.