Logistics Coordinator

Parker Towing Company • Northport, AL

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About The Position

Parker Towing Company, Inc. in Northport, AL is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our Operations team. This is a full-time position working to provide logistic support services to our fleet of vessels and third-party contacts. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, with strong organizational, logistical, and analytical skills, as this position is responsible for the accuracy, efficiency, and retrieval of operational data.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to work rotating weekends and holiday schedule
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Solid computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong cross-functional teamwork, collaboration, interpersonal, with excellent written and verbal skills
• Self-starter, quick learner, team player, detail-oriented, organized, creative thinker, and ambitious with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Previous marine experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with office operations staff, vendors, customers, and vessels to resolve problems and promote vessel efficiency.
• Enter data into internal software platforms to track barge unloadings, loadings, reconsignments and cargo tonnage information.
• Monitor vessel movements to proactively drive increased productivity
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Understand specific and unique requirements for barge customers and facilities
• Make calculated decisions to balance productivity taking into account vessel delays, operational changes, and customer needs
• Communicate operational requirements or general concerns to Operations Department Manager as required
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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