Logistics Coordinator

Koppers•Pittsburgh, PA

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the most efficient freight movement and cost-effective service by working with multiple business units to centralize third-party trucking movements. This role involves dispatching carrier trucks, scheduling and routing drivers, covering back-hauls, and discussing delivery services with internal customers. The coordinator must ensure compliance with DOT, Safety regulations, and Responsible Care requirements, while also meeting on-time performance metrics. Problem-solving and maintaining carrier files are key aspects of the position, as is training internal customers and external vendors on the Transportation Management System. The role also includes developing and analyzing requests for proposals for truck shipments and managing the dispatch process. Experience with internal ERP systems is required, with Oracle experience being a plus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field
3-5 years of experience in transportation / logistics
Effective listening and strong communication skills for interaction with drivers, customers and colleagues
Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve
Able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
Must be a team player, and provide leadership
Strong computer skills

Nice To Haves

Oracle experience a plus.
Experience with a Transportation Management System preferred.

Responsibilities

Dispatch carrier trucks, schedule and route drivers, cover back-hauls, and discuss delivery services with internal customers.
Ensure the most efficient freight movement and cost-effective service by working with multiple business units to centralize third-party trucking movements.
Coordinate drivers locally and across the country with accuracy, respect, and excellent service.
Ensure compliance with DOT, Safety regulations and Responsible Care requirements.
Meet on-time performance requirements.
Resolve transportation problems with urgency and professionalism by working with a team and independently.
Maintain proper and up-to-date files on carriers.
Quickly learn and train internal customers and external vendors on Transportation Management System.
Develop requests for proposals for truck shipments for various segments of the business.
Analyze responses and manage the dispatch process once a decision is made.
Quickly learn internal ERP systems.