Qualifications
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Strong ability to multitask and manage high-volume workloads in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities.
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Exceptional attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with a solid understanding of data management.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve logistical challenges.
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A proactive team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Essential Responsibilities
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Utilize the TMS system to monitor and manage daily inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate tracking of estimated arrival times and in-warehouse dates.
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Maintain real-time updates in internal systems to support seamless logistics operations.
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Identify and report potential delivery disruptions, cost impacts, or failed loads to supervisors and managers, including delays, OS&D issues, and cross-dock scheduling conflicts.
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Manage lane rate negotiations using bidding software for spot quotes and departmental resources for RFPs, securing the most competitive rates.
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Facilitate clear and timely communication between operations, procurement teams, shippers, and branch locations to address shipment issues and delays.
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Generate and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly logistics reports to support operational decision-making.
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Prioritize tasks effectively based on operational impact, ensuring smooth coordination between logistics and procurement teams.
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Investigate and address systemic issues affecting delivery timelines, including carrier performance, vendor coordination, buyer communication, and branch loading/unloading inefficiencies.
Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday
Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience: Logistics: 3 years (preferred)
Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employee eligible
