Logistics Coordinator

Zekelman Industries•Rochelle, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Logistics Coordinator at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in managing and optimizing plant logistics operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has strong organizational skills. This position is based in Chicago, IL and will work closely with our Rochelle, IL facility.

Requirements

Associate's Degree preferred
2+ years logistics experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision
Ability to attend work full-time onsite daily per the posted schedule.
Excellent data management and analytical skills
Very detail oriented
Excellent organization skills and multi-tasking capabilities
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Dispatching and scheduling truck loads, as well as ensuring other aspects of the logistics teams needs are met.
Schedule delivery appointments at customer to accommodate on-time deliveries.
Maintain relationships with Zekelman carrier base; ensure all carriers abide by Zekelman rules and regulations.
Scheduled loads to maximize shipments
Use a combination of our TMS system, email and phone to ensure all loads are covered to meet customer fill rate requirements.
Research and implement ways to decrease costs whenever possible without hindering customer services
Communicate with your manager and the sales department on any customer service issue as it relates to carriers.
Coordinate with warehouses\shipping department to increase loading efficiencies.
Proactive communication with your manager, sales & operations
Regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule is an essential function of this role
Lead and promote health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy