Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Creative Technology Group•Secaucus, NJ

20d•$28 - $30

About The Position

The purpose of the position is to coordinate outbound and inbound shipments ranging from local deliveries to international shipments and everything in-between. This person will help develop internal process to address workflow, gear utilization and general inventory in conjunction with already established processes nationally.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years in a professional audio, video and lighting environment preferred.
General knowledge of all aspect of Audio Visual including, Video, LED, Lighting and Audio
Highly Organized , hands-on approach.
Upbeat team player who can work independently.
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment with an emphasis on strong customer service.
Problem solver and ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Computer literacy.
Proficient in MS Office Software (Outlook/Word/Excel).
Basic understanding of ATA Carnet format.
Clean driver license

Nice To Haves

Experience in management and or operations within a live performance service company is a plus.
Knowledge and familiarity with database equipment reservation systems.
R2 inventory software experience a plus.
Some experience in a warehouse or shop environment is a plus.
CDL Class A license a plus
CDL Class B license a plus
CDL Class D license a plus

Responsibilities

Schedules drivers to perform local deliveries.
Scheduels subrental pickup and returns.
Coordinates Hotshots (airfreight).
Performs administrative tasks to support Operations Department including updated dispatch and inbound schedules, record keeping, and accounting.
Works with Sales staff and project management in order to plan for pick-up and delivery times.
Provides freight cost quotations to sales staff.
Updates freight cost database with current costs.
Determines space requirements of shipments in trucks and shipping containers.
Negotiates rates with 3 rd party carriers (including comparative rates), freight forwarders, and couriers.
Ensures costs are kept to a minimum without sacrificing service quality or accuracy.
Ensures all vehicals are maintained.
Maintains service logs for each vehicle.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations.