Logistics Coordinator (Specialty Chemicals) Shelton CT

CellMark • Shelton, CT

15h

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator facilitates the domestic transportation process for specialty chemical products. This position reports to the Operations Manager. Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business or a related discipline and 2-3 years experience in transportation, distribution and inventory management in a global operation preferred.
• This position requires someone that is highly organized, a fast worker, communicates information professionally and follows up in a clear and timely manner.
• The individual must have excellent attention to detail, analytical and time management skills.
• S/he should have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• S/he should have good interpersonal skills and a passion for providing excellent service.
• The individual must be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, energetic and enthusiastic attitude, proactive, responsible, results driven, problem/solution oriented, flexible to the needs of the business.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of web based logistic tracking programs and / or inventory software, order processing systems, and database software.

Nice To Haves

• DOT hazmat and GHS familiarity is beneficial.
• Import/Export experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Arranges domestic transportation, ensuring compliant, timely, and accurate inventory movements, which includes shipment coordination, internal/external communications and preparation of shipping documents for goods movements to/from storage warehouses or production facility to/from suppliers and customers.
• Resolves non-conformance logistics and transportation issues regarding domestic shipments and communicates with supply chain team and customers as appropriate.
• Gain a formal understanding of domestic and international rules and regulations that govern the shipments of chemical and nutraceutical products ensuring GHS and DOT hazmat compliance.
• Select vendors and negotiate competitive pricing for logistics services.
• Manage logistics from supplier to customer including processing of documentation and tracking orders through to delivery to customer while working closely with customer service team.
• After shipment, gather and review shipping documents, ensure transportation costs are captured correctly in database, and prepare invoice to the customer.
• Coordinate with customer service, production facility/warehouse, and transportation providers to ensure streamlined procedures in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist in various import/export logistics functions.
• Files claims with carriers and insurance companies for damages occurred during transportation and handles any corresponding returns from customers.
• Reviews, reconciles, and approves warehousing invoices for storage and material handling fees.
• Ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices. Audit freight bills from trucking companies for accuracy and enter/update corresponding costs in our database.
• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and reconciliations of warehouses.
• Attend internal/external trainings and meetings.
• Serve as a backup to other logistics personnel which may include import/export responsibilities.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Company as needed.

Benefits

• CellMark Chemicals offers competitive compensation based upon experience, as well as a highly desirable benefits package.
• Growth opportunities in income and responsibilities, operation is growing organically and via acquisition which creates new opportunities for existing employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees