Logistics Coordinator

Twin City Fan Companies•Brookings, SD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing various aspects of shipping and logistics, ensuring that customer requirements are met and shipments are processed efficiently. This role involves reviewing orders, preparing shipping documentation, coordinating with carriers, and performing general clerical tasks. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
2+ year general office experience and/or equivalent vocational training
Ability to work effectively with customers, vendors and drivers to provide information and resolve problems
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Proficient in the use of standard office software programs and equipment

Nice To Haves

1+ year traffic coordination or traffic assistant experience
Export experience
Experience with dimensional loads and heavy equipment loads

Responsibilities

Review shop orders for shipping information.
Type bills of lading to reflect customer requirements specified on shop orders.
Call customers for clarification when necessary.
Select truck lines based on investigation of rates and routes and previous service.
Determine weight and dimensions based on catalog information.
Consult other departments for information not contained in catalogs.
Determine if non-standard shipping methods are required and make arrangements with truck lines, airlines, etc., for special shipments, including contact with customers.
Trace outgoing shipments as requested.
Perform other general clerical tasks such as typing, filing, faxing, copying, and data entry.
Enter information for the shipping log into the computer, run reports, make copies of reports, and distribute as needed.
Organize bills of lading, review ship orders, and enter data as needed.
Complete export paperwork and documentation.
Act, Live and Behave by TCF Core Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.