Logistics Analyst - Offsite Inventory

LP Building Solutions•Nashville, TN

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com . Job Purpose To coordinate the day-to-day logistics activities for inbound and outbound transportation; to coordinate payment, collections, and cost containment activities within the Logistics function; to coordinate and maintain off-site inventory activities to assure adherence to all policies and procedures; assist with planning and maintenance of risk management policies. We’d love to meet you if... … you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge … you enjoy working with a team to work together and deliver great work … you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment In this position you will have the opportunity to:

Requirements

2+ years’ previous logistics transportation experience
Load planning or dispatching, customer service, and driver support experience
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
Knowledge rail, and truck transport shipping environment
Basic knowledge of logistics and transportation principles
Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of basic accounting principals
Demonstrated knowledge of Inventory Management methods
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Basic project management and prioritization skills
Demonstrated organizational, negotiation, and customer service skills
Ability to operate a computer and supporting software, including AS400

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Business or related field desirable

Responsibilities

Coordinate inventory management at consignment locations by processing reports, reconciling inventory, problem resolution, repurchases, and possible product buybacks.
Ensure accurate tracking of inbound and outbound inventory
Participate in establishing and adherence to Vendor Management Inventory (VMI) policies and procedures, including Sarbanes-Oxley and corporate requirements
Report and balance all inventory levels weekly while assuring timely and accurate invoicing
Audit invoicing and damage claims issues and take corrective action as necessary to resolve discrepancies.
Coordinate vendor payment processing
Support sales staff in maintaining appropriate inventory levels per the requirements of the customer
Plan, coordinate and dispatch truck and rail freight for various production and offsite locations
Prioritize, communicate and provide administrative support to ensure that orders meet commitments
Proactively resolve day-to-day issues that may impact internal or external customers
Ensure shipments are in compliance with all safety and environmental rules and regulations and company policies
Audit freight payables information and provide supporting documentation
Input freight rates and assist with database maintenance
Ensure compliance with DOT and AAR regulations
Lead rate request process including negotiation of rates
Provide back up support for other logistics coordinators and team members
Damage and claims facilitation and support
Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
Perform other duties as necessary

Benefits

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.

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