Lead Supply Chain Coordinator

Penske • Groveport, OH

10d

About The Position

This position coordinates the processes and functions of a department and provides management visibility through tracking, process oversight, auditing, research, and troubleshooting operational issues. It reconciles inventory and material flow through a warehouse or manufacturing site, generates reports, and analyzes order and inventory data. The coordinator investigates and resolves discrepancies and updates correct information across systems and user communities. The role uses financial and operational standards to make decisions affecting delivery dates and customer requirements, and works with vendors and suppliers on behalf of customers to support network efficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to learn and regularly operate multiple company and customer transportation management and inventory systems.
• Ability to work independently; customer service, interpersonal, multitasking, organizational, teamwork, flexibility, verbal and written communication, numerical, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using office tools such as MS Office or Google Suite.
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the hours necessary to accomplish job duties, and work at the specific location required.
• Must complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• One year of transportation management experience, preferably focused on shipment coordination.

Responsibilities

• Track shipments to ensure deadlines are met and work with suppliers and carriers to resolve part or shipment issues.
• Communicate and document critical information accurately and promptly for internal associates and customers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities for the customer.
• Coordinate departmental processes and functions, monitor operations, and provide management visibility through tracking, oversight, auditing, research, and troubleshooting.
• Reconcile inventory and material flow through a warehouse or manufacturing site; generate reports and analyze order and inventory data.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and update accurate information in relevant systems and user communities.
• Apply financial and operational standards when making decisions that affect delivery dates and customer requirements.
• Work with vendors and suppliers on behalf of customers to support network efficiency.
• Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED