6900 - Plant Office - LCRB - LOGISTICS COORDINATOR B

Inteplast Group

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator will manage the flow of goods throughout a supply chain, coordinate transportation providers, track shipments, ensure timely deliveries, review purchase orders, and resolve any issues to maintain efficient operations and customer satisfaction. The coordinator will effectively act as a bridge between the production, sales, and distribution stages.

Requirements

One to three years of Logistics scheduling or similar related work experience.
Knowledge of transportation regulations and customs procedures
Proficiency in logistics software and systems to track shipments and manage data
High school graduate, supplemented by specialized course work or training in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software application programs.
Must have excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize projects, take initiative, and work independently
Ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization.
Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary
Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions

Nice To Haves

Coursework or training in spreadsheet, presentation, and database software application programs.

Responsibilities

Arranging transportation with carriers, scheduling pick-ups and deliveries, and monitoring shipment progress to ensure timely delivery.
Reviewing purchase orders and verifying the accuracy of shipping documents.
Responding to customer inquiries regarding order status, addressing delivery concerns, and coordinating with sales teams.
Negotiating freight rates with carriers, optimizing shipping routes to minimize costs, and monitoring logistics budgets.
Ensuring adherence to all relevant shipping, customs, and safety standards and regulations.
Identifying and resolving shipping errors, addressing delays, and finding solutions to logistics challenges.
Generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) like delivery times, costs, and customer satisfaction to identify areas for improvement.
Identifying opportunities to streamline logistics operations, develop new procedures, and optimize efficiency.
Build relationships with transportation providers, evaluate carrier performance, and negotiate contracts.
Perform administrative and secretarial assignments for Operations.
Maintain daily calendars for meetings and events for Operations.
Research and pull data from systems.
analyze data and create reports based on system data as necessary for management.
Keep all the production, shipping & raw material schedules updated in the Database.
Order and maintain office supplies as needed.
Answer and screen incoming telephone calls; take accurate messages; determine purpose and offer assistance where possible.
Provide backup to other administrative members for lunch breaks, sick leave, and vacation.
Various other tasks the manager may assign to you.