Logistics Coordinator

Daily's Premium Meats•Saint Joseph, MO

13h

About The Position

Transportation/Logistics Coordinator is responsible for Route and Network Optimization and Analysis attaining load consolidation and/or LTL efficiencies for cost and time within customer service expectations

Requirements

Associates Degree or equivalent education with 5 or more years progressive experience, or combination of education and experience
Must have experience or be familiar with inventory management systems
Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence
Must be able to effectively present information before groups, within the organization
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations
Must be computer literate with intermediate skills in Excel
Must have advanced knowledge/skills with forklifts and electric pallet jacks
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must be able to make decisions on routine matters utilizing company policies and procedures and directions from upper management
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance vision

Nice To Haves

Ability with transportation or logistics optimization profiles or systems a plus
Knowledge of food/refrigeration movement preferred
Strong skills with Excel, Word and all Microsoft Office programs
Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Provide viable load consolidation, LTL shipments, and/or full truckload shipping solutions based on customer order parameters and service expectations
Provide input from a Customer Logistics perspective on changes in customer receiving windows to enhance distribution efficiency
Work directly with Customer Service to identify and provide best solution for shipment and delivery to customers
Calculate route and network distribution solution costs and provide variable analysis for alternatives to standard routing solutions
Provide analysis of plant loading and customer receiving capacity offering alternative shipping scenarios highlighting costs positive or negative
Analyze potential route or volume additions as added or combined Network solutions
Work directly with preferred carriers in all outgoing freight, to include new contracts, scheduling, negotiations, new location, set ups, follows up and carrier reviews
Assist and act as a backup for our Customer Service Reps
to effectively manage, organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Excellent and methodical time management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Must be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines and comprehend complex issues.
Experience Self-motivated and quick learner
Capable of working as part of a team or alone
Knowledge of claim processes and follow through
Customer Service experience provided