Shipping/Receiving Coordinator

Barrett Distribution Center • Memphis, TN

5d

About The Position

The Shipping/Receiving Coordinator performs administrative duties for the Shipping/Receiving Department under the direct supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor. The position serves as a point of contact for carriers and other relevant parties, coordinates and monitors inbound and outbound shipments, and ensures shipping records, documentation, and system transactions are completed accurately and on time. The coordinator provides Operations leadership with an end-of-day update on issues relating to open orders and escalates operational issues to facility management. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and pays $20.00 per hour. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least one year of practical work experience in a warehouse, receiving, or dispatch environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft business applications, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is strongly preferred.
• HazMat receiving and shipping experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of a warehouse management system preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for carriers, client support specialists, routing coordinators, and other relevant parties regarding deliveries and pickups.
• Check drivers in and out, direct them to assigned doors, and explain dock safety procedures.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments to ensure they are received or loaded out in a timely manner.
• Record all inbound and outbound shipments in the Shipping/Receiving Log.
• Use a warehouse management system or other applicable software to print bills of lading and check order completion.
• Complete required documentation and system transactions, electronically and/or manually, accurately and promptly.
• Provide Operations leadership with an end-of-day update containing pertinent information about issues relating to open orders.
• Escalate operational issues to facility management in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED