Freight Coordinator

Prinova•Spring Hill, TN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Freight Coordinator supports inbound/outbound logistics, transportation, and shipping within Armada facilities. The Freight Coordinator books/tenders and tracks shipments to ensure cost effective on-time deliveries to support the needs of production all while managing a sustainable flow of materials. The Freight Coordinator works closely with Purchasing and Warehouse employees to achieve efficient, cost effective results through a safe, positive, engaging work environment of teamwork. This position requires hands-on leadership skills, along with a passion for Operational Excellence, to be successful.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to identify problems/concerns
Interested and capable in solving problems and driven to execute
Very strong communication skills, internal and external to Armada
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Great time management skills to prioritize workload/schedules appropriately
Demonstrated effective team player
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to wear any required PPE such as scrubs, hair net, lab coat, facemask, and safety glasses
Ability to work in a packaging area with a moderate powder substance in the air with or without a respirator
Ability to work above shoulders
Other physical requirements include frequent squatting, bending, twisting, and bi-lateral wrist movement
Ability to work around a variety of different smells and aromas
Ability to view a computer screen and type for extended hours
Must be able to make frequent rounds in a warehouse environment
Ability to adjust work schedule as business needs require

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred
2+ years in transportation or logistics environment preferred
Experience with automated systems, preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate cost effective freight and competitive rates through RFQs
Track and manage damage claims with third party carriers
Able to communicate effectively, working across multiple departments and platforms
Ability to coordinate freight schedules for efficient operations
Develop strong relationships with vendors and carriers
Ensure freight carriers deliver on-time, at scheduled times, communicating ETA’s to internal customers and teams
Follow and enforce cGMP guidelines and processes as established in department SOPs
Create reports in approach systems as needed by other departments
Ensure accurate freight and communicate with vendors and carriers
Ability to coordinate strategic planning for FTL and LTL’s
Develop tracking tools and measures to support freight logistics and cost effective trending
Perform other duties as deemed necessary