Job Purpose

To coordinate the day-to-day logistics activities for outbound transportation; to coordinate payment and cost containment activities within the Logistics function; to work within Logistics and with internal departments to create efficiencies, reduce costs and create value-add opportunities to internal and external stakeholders

We’d love to meet you if... 
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge 
… you enjoy working with a team to work together and deliver great work
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Plan, coordinate and dispatch truck freight for various production and offsite locations
• Prioritize, communicate and provide administrative support to ensure that orders meet commitments
• Proactively resolve day-to-day issues that may impact internal or external customers ; proactively communicate issues to all relevant parties in a timely manner
• Communicate with production coordinators, carriers and sales teams on a daily basis
• Assist with identifying and implementing Logistics initiatives for process improvement
• Assist in negotiating and analyzing rates with carriers
• Provide back-up support for other Logistics Analysts and team members
• Manage outbound shipment responsibilities for a region
• Assist with TMS optimization, functionality and further customization
• Collaborate with business groups to recommend strategy and implementation of new processes
• Collaborate with carriers and A/P group to reconcile payment discrepancies 
• Additional responsibilities as needed

What do I need to be successful?

• 2+ years’ previous demonstrated Logistics, or related experience; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position
• Logistics / Supply chain degree preferred
• Basic knowledge of transportation management systems
• Basic knowledge of carrier and rate negotiations
• Strong written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Domestic Transportation
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities
• Working knowledge of information and ERP systems

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Business or equivalent experience

Work Environment

• Hybrid work environment

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