Sr. Transportation Coordinator

Mohawk Industries

66d

About The Position

The Sr. Transportation Coordinator is an entry-level contributor that provides administrative support to the Supply Chain department through the administration of contracts and accounts as well as analysis of common carrier freight expenses. This role will work closely with Logistics, Distribution, and Transportation teams to facilitate the smooth execution of transportation plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
0-2 years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
Applies conceptual knowledge of the theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline.
Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite products and other various software systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, audit, and process invoices from international transportation vendors and customers
Troubleshoot systems, EDI, Rates, Billing, etc
Maintain system, data, and rate integrity into the international TMS
Coordinate air and less than container load shipments. Totaling over $1.5 in annual spend
Maintain strategic partnerships with outside carriers accounts receivable and pricing departments
Negotiate best cost and service through competitive quotation process
Upload and maintain rates on file for the automated processing of invoices
Work with IS, freight audit, and port operations teams to create and maintain financial reporting for drayage and international freight payments by vendor, along with monthly detention and demurrage numbers
Work with internal team and communicate with international vendors on exception management report to ensure the proper payment is being added to each shipment
Analyze detention and demurrage invoices to ensure tariff fees are accurate and escalated to direct manager
Ensure drayage rates are on file and invoices are accurate. Totaling over $12 million in annual spend
Communicate with manager and providers if there are any discrepancies or disputes on invoice amount
Resolve billing and application issues with carriers timely and accurately
Perform other duties as needed.