Logistics Coordinator

BARENTZ NORTH AMERICA LLC•Clinton, NJ

69d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator’s primary responsibility is the optimization of the logistics function for the designated Company vertical. The position’s responsibilities include overseeing import/export logistics and for ensuring timely delivery to maintain necessary inventory levels. In addition, the Logistics Coordinator focuses on strengthening customer relationships to facilitate the achievement of divisional sales targets.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma
2-4 years of previous experience in Logistics required
Special training may be required to ensure product hazards are identified and risk of exposure is mitigated
Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point
Demonstrated exceptional organizational, presentation, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills
Must be self-motivated, high energy, engaging, positive and solutions focused
Effective and ability to adapt communication style to the audience as needed
Ability and desire to work in a team environment required
Must be able to effectively prioritize work assignments for self and others
Act legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz’ culture, values and fundamentals

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Knowledge of ERP systems is preferred, but not mandatory
Lead by example Barentz’ culture and values

Responsibilities

Overseeing import/export logistics and ensuring timely delivery to maintain necessary inventory levels.
Strengthening customer relationships to facilitate the achievement of divisional sales targets.
Communicating with 3rd party service providers and colleagues to facilitate accurate orders.
Communicating with warehouses, customs brokers, and freight contacts.
Communicating with suppliers for the placement of orders.
Interacting with Product Coordinators, Sales and Customer Service to ensure timely delivery and accurate orders.
Communicating with Customer Service to notify of product arrival/availability and provide them with certificates of analysis and other necessary information.
Liaising with the Accounting department for payment and product receiving issues.
Communicating with warehousing services to ensure proper receiving.
Meeting with Management, Product Coordinators and Customer Service for updates on product and supplier information.
Prioritizing workload and effectively using tracking tools to ensure the timely delivery of orders.
Arranging and tracking domestic warehouse transfers.
Arranging and tracking direct shipments to customers as well as warehouse shipments.
Arranging freight; corresponding with brokers and shipping lines to track shipments and help ensure on-time delivery.
Ensuring data integrity in ERP system, and with supplier communications.
Entering, updating, and receiving orders in the ERP System.
Processing warehouse and intercompany transfers.
Problem-solving when issues arise, and striving to implement continuous improvement.
Requesting, addressing, and following up with non-conformance issues (NCRs) where applicable, such as credits, using proper protocols.
Using problem-solving skills and knowledge of the logistics function to provide updates to necessary departments.
Ensuring accuracy in reviewing and creating product documentation and acting on discrepancies.
Utilizing training to compare certificates of analysis to product specification sheets for approval.
Obtaining and checking Certificate of Origin documents where applicable for qualifying products.
Adhering to Hazardous Materials, SDS, and Transportation of Dangerous Goods guidelines to ensure correct documentation and labelling.
Obtaining required paperwork (Original Bill of Lading, Packing List, Standard Invoice, etc.).
Arranging for blind and double-blind shipments where applicable; creating necessary documents such as manual bills of lading and packing slips.
Participating in ongoing personal development opportunities.
Performing other duties as requested.