Shipping Spec III (49485)

Welbilt•Coppell, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Specialist III, for Merrychef, will be responsible for coordinating daily shipping requirements for freight, shipping product internationally to customers, resolving discrepancies and will work closely with the Warehouse manager to meet customer demand and monthly goals.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Minimum of 4 years of relevant logistics, shipping and transportation experience.
Strong communication (written, verbal, and presentation) and relationship building skills.
Must be customer service-oriented, and able to interact professionally with all team members.
Excellent multitasking skills and attention to detail.
Strong sense of urgency and time-management skills.
Demonstrates a positive attitude and ability to work effectively with a team.
Comprehensive understanding of LTL freight (carriers, pricing structures, claims, NMFCs, freight class).
Experience in logistics/transportation network and understanding of Less than Truckload and Truckload modes, closed loop solutions, pool distribution, and claims management.
Advanced excel skills (utilizing pivot tables, data aggregations, enrichment, VLOOKUPs and report building)
Ability to analyze data and problem solve creatively leveraging internal and external resources
Working knowledge and understanding of DOT HAZMAT CFR 149
Knowledge of shipping standards for ocean, air, rail, and truck freight.
Consistently align with Company core values.
Must be fluent in English language.

Nice To Haves

Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Create and execute plans to optimize freight movements to achieve supply chain efficiency for consumer products and minimize freight costs.
Communicate effectively with Sales and internal/external customers to ensure timely delivery of product.
Resolve issues as they arise in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with Welbilt processes and programs including Government trade compliance programs.
Prepare documentation, ensure shipping compliance, and provide expertise for import and export shipping.
Support buyers with network logistic activities of inbound shipments.
Manage all day-to-day network logistics activities of outbound shipments, carriers and rate requests to optimize inventory levels while ensuring cost appropriateness and maintain compliance with processes and programs.
Create and issue customs documents, as required.
Work with Sales and customer service on trade compliance issues and questions.
Create and issue HAZMAT compliant shipping documents and ensure compliance with DOT HAZMAT CFR 149 standards.
Perform manual freight quotes and provide freight cost estimates as requested.
Manage freight claim process including filing claims and settlement agreements.
Effectively manage closed loop solutions as applicable.
Manage the freight pool for the distribution center.
Provides backup and support for team leaders on the floor and customer service, as needed.
Work with customers to execute expedited shipping requests.
Provide expertise and execution to evaluate shipping methods for product, selecting the appropriate shipping method (truck, rail, air, and ocean) for orders.