Logistics Coordinator
About The Position
Reagent Chemical & Research, LLC is seeking an experienced, full-time Logistics Coordinator/Dispatcher to work in its Beaumont, Texas office on a third shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The role supports safe and efficient product logistics using Reagent’s truck fleet and common carriers. It involves planning and coordinating loads, dispatching drivers, monitoring shipments and inventories, maintaining records, and communicating with customers and internal teams. The position requires previous transportation dispatching experience and a high-level working knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Excel.
Requirements
- Previous experience in transportation dispatching is required.
- High-level working knowledge of Microsoft Office, primarily Excel.
- Ability to interact effectively with drivers, internal teams, and customers, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to troubleshoot, solve problems, and provide customer service.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while managing multiple shipments and drivers.
- Ability to organize information for easy access.
- An associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in logistics and two years of experience; or a high school degree or equivalent with five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with TMS/ERP systems.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in logistics and two years of experience; or a high school degree or equivalent with five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experienced emergency dispatch candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate daily loads, optimizing routes for cost-efficiency and timeliness.
- Track and maintain records of available drivers and equipment, including trucks and trailers.
- Schedule and dispatch drivers to maximize fleet capacity utilization.
- Record departure time, destination, cargo, and expected return time.
- Track and monitor supplier and customer inventories to manage inventory levels.
- Serve as a customer point of contact, provide delivery status updates, and proactively communicate delays or issues.
- Direct driver activities by cell phone and other communication equipment.
- Support the safe and efficient logistical organization of products using Reagent’s truck fleet and common carriers.
- Ensure activities comply with DOT and company policies.
- Perform order entry and customer service as needed.
- Record product quality specifications on a COA for products being delivered to customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- 401(k) matching and profit sharing
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical coverage with a free employee-only option, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverages
- Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
