Logistics Coordinator I

PHOENIX PAPER WICKLIFFE LLC•Wickliffe, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Paper Wickliffe LLC is searching for qualified candidates to assume the role of Logistics Coordinator I. Reporting directly to the Logistic Manager, the Logistics Coordinator I will be responsible for providing effective coordination and execution of reservation/booking arrangements of national and international/export shipments. Key responsibilities of the Logistics Coordinator I include but are not limited to the following: Responsible for the daily execution of inbound/outbound shipments Create deliveries and shipments in SAP Update shipment tracking information in Excel spreadsheets. Track shipment progress. Assign carriers to shipments, including coordinating spot and contract rates Address shipment planning and execution exceptions as needed Manage a large volume of orders through the order fulfillment process Provide the best shipping option as per customer's requirements Identify and recommend opportunities for improving department or organization productivity Communicate frequently with internal/external customers and carriers Coordinate with department managers/supervisors as necessary to stay current with order status and priorities Ensure all necessary paperwork is in place prior to shipment Follow company safety and security policies Provide freight quotes to customer service Update labeling requirements on load plans as needed Rail Billing activity Represent logistics on the facility weekend team duty rotation Performs other job duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent or 3 (three) years related experience and/or training in Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
1-2 years related Logistics experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office; expertise in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to set priorities, achieve deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Task-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

SAP software experience preferred
E2Open or similar TMS software experience preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily execution of inbound/outbound shipments
Create deliveries and shipments in SAP
Update shipment tracking information in Excel spreadsheets.
Track shipment progress.
Assign carriers to shipments, including coordinating spot and contract rates
Address shipment planning and execution exceptions as needed
Manage a large volume of orders through the order fulfillment process
Provide the best shipping option as per customer's requirements
Identify and recommend opportunities for improving department or organization productivity
Communicate frequently with internal/external customers and carriers
Coordinate with department managers/supervisors as necessary to stay current with order status and priorities
Ensure all necessary paperwork is in place prior to shipment
Follow company safety and security policies
Provide freight quotes to customer service
Update labeling requirements on load plans as needed
Rail Billing activity
Represent logistics on the facility weekend team duty rotation
Performs other job duties as assigned