Logistics Coordinator

Bender, Inc•Exton, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Coordinate shipments. Keep operations moving. Build your career with a family-owned company. For over 80 years, Bender has been a market leader in providing electrical safety equipment to industries worldwide. Our wide portfolio of cutting-edge products ensure that people, equipment, and facilities worldwide are protected with the latest in electrical safety technology. Our worldwide network of over 70 offices, representatives, and partners offer comprehensive product, application, and technical support. Bender's core competence is electrical safety. With expertise in virtually every industry, Bender provides both the products and knowledge to meet the demands for customer-specific solutions. Always on the cutting edge, our portfolio of electrical safety solutions focus on a wide range of industries, from mainstay industries such as hospitals, mining, and manufacturing, to newly developed industries such as solar, wind, and electric vehicles. Our ongoing research and development in virtually all industries ensures that no matter the application, you can count on Bender to be your partner in electrical safety.

Requirements

Associate degree in business management, logistics or finance preferred, Related work experience may be considered in lieu of education
5+ year experience – Shipping and Logistics
2+ year experience in a manufacturing envoirnment
Computer skills required: MS Office; Shipping software i.e. World Ship, 3PL Shipping portals, etc.; ERP systems – entering information for Shipments (SAP a plus), CRM software
Ability to perform basic math
Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16”
Flexible with changing priorities and able to multitask efficiently.
Ability and willingness to work as a member of a team; initiative
Flexible work hours when required
Detail oriented and ability to make sound judgments
Confidentiality; professionalism
Willingness to learn and grow

Responsibilities

Follow all Bender Inc. Safety Policies and Procedures, as well as the safety requirements of our customers where applicable. Immediate reporting of any safety violations or concerns.
Ensure all applicable regulatory standards are met with regards to loss prevention, accident investigation, OSHA compliance.
Works with team members to actively improve safety of the plant.
Ensure safety action items are completed accurately and timely.
Follow SOPs, works in accordance with product specification and work instructions to ensure minimization of defects. Fixes defects and reports issues if occurs.
Assists quality and management in development of quality processes and work instructions.
Work with team members to identify root cause to failures and implementation of corrective actions.
Manage all carrier quoting and booking activities for inbound and outbound shipments
Select optimal transportation modes, routes, and carriers based on cost, service, and risk
Coordinate with Shipping, Production, and Customer Service to ensure delivery alignment
Own freight cost control performance and ensure shipments align to expected pricing
Perform daily freight audit and invoice validation
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
Support carrier rate negotiations and service agreements
Own end-to-end resolution of shipment exceptions including delays, rebooking, and claims
Maintain visibility and communication on delivery issues
Drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Ensure all domestic and international shipping documentation is complete and accurate
Maintain compliance with regulatory and customer requirements
Act as the primary interface between carriers, warehouse, supply chain, and customer service
Support delivery commitments and recovery actions impacting on-time delivery
Provide regular reporting and analysis to leadership
Accountable for meeting logistics KPI, including freight cost per shipment and exception rates
Coordinate trade show and event logistics
Coordinate shipment of booths, literature, promotional items, and marketing material
Maintain inventory of promotional items, printed material, booth materials and marketing materials
Working with shipping on freight carriers
Identify and implement improvements in freight cost, carrier performance, and reliability
Participate in continuous improvement and operational initiatives
Work with CI leaders on projects
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary

Benefits

Medical Coverage: Choose between a fully covered HDHP with H.S.A or a Buy-Up Plan, both paired with an HRA.
Dental and Vision Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance (with optional upgrades)
401(k) Plan with 3% Safe Harbor Contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Generous PTO, Vacation and 12 paid Holidays
Paid Maternity/Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules