Rail Logistics Coordinator

Hampton Lumber • Portland, OR

22h

About The Position

Hampton Lumber is seeking a Rail Logistics Coordinator to join our fast-paced transportation team. This is an incredible opportunity for someone to be trained to make a difference and be part of an important part of Hampton Lumber. This role will provide logistical coordination of transporting our lumber by rail to our customers’ national destinations. This position has the opportunity to interact not only with a broad base of the company’s employees but also with the company’s external vendors and customers by proactively providing excellent problem-solving expertise. We encourage New Graduates to apply.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills, a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to think logically and analytically, under quick timelines to meet the needs of the organization
• Dedication to internal & external customer service, with excellent communication skills
• Capacity to work independently, amid a fast-paced team environment with a high level of multi-tasking
• Be self-motivated with a genuine interest in continuing to learn the business and Hampton culture
• Maintain high personal and professional standards of focus, attention, and dedication to work
• Team player willing to take on growth opportunities and provide departmental back-up as necessary

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare and process waybills from U.S. origins
• Accrue freight payables on rail transactions for appropriate rail carriers
• Oversee and address all delayed and late rail shipments
• Primary lead for internal and external trace requests and general customer service inquiries
• Process reconsignment and diversion requests
• Provide weekly summary of pending sales orders from key U.S. shipping origins
• Trace private car fleet weekly and escalate concerns of damaged or delayed equipment
• Maintain quarterly performance report of class-one rail carriers
• Keep accurate inventory records of railroad supplied equipment
• Handle freight claims and investigation of damaged or vandalized shipments
• Utilize Docuware for accurate record retention
• Become cross-trained on other duties within the department to help as needed

Benefits

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Opportunity to earn bonuses
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed