Transportation Coordinator

Company: Durvet, Inc.
Location: Blue Springs
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

*POSITION SUMMARY*

Durvet, Inc., proud to be named as one of Ingram's Best Places to Work in 2020, is growing! We exist to serve our members and a Transportation Coordinator at Durvet is an integral part of fulfilling our Mission: To Be Our Customers' Best Supplier. A Transportation Coordinator assists in ensuring Durvet shipments for both inbound and outbound are successful. The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects of shipping routes and delivery, specifically regarding customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Transportation Coordinator is well-versed in supply chain principles and practices, responding quickly and efficiently to customer questions and complaints as well as notifying them of any delays in the delivery schedule. The Transportation Coordinator will work in a variety of capacities to ensure operations are successful.

*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*

* Assist Transportation Specialist in planning and managing the day-to-day allocation and waving of orders for warehouse production staff while working closely with Warehouse and Customer Service teams.
* With direction from Transportation Manager, assist with monitoring, reporting, and managing transportation costs.
* Assist with creating, filing, and retaining logistics documentation.
* Serves as backup for Transportation Specialist and Transportation Manager during times of absence.
* Organize and update inventory replenishment tasks with the assistance from Receiving and Shipping Supervisors.
* Dispute chargebacks and non-compliance issues with customers such as TSC and Amazon, up to and including pick audit, photo documentation, and organization of all information as directed.
* Assist with ensuring Durvet is compliant in transportation policies and regulations including freight classification, NMFC, hazmat declaration, etc. as directed by the Transportation Manager.
* Subscribe to and read logistics bulletins that keep the organization apprised of upcoming changes in the transportation industry norms.
* Ability to operate material handling equipment to assist warehouse operations with tasks that are to be determined by both Transportation Manager and Shipping and Receiving Supervisors.
* Maintain Asana logs on: Shipping Board, Late Shipments, Truckload Shipments, Non-LTL Shipments. Update as needed the Freight Carrier Info Cards and LTL Carrier Disputes.
* Respond to Shipment Quote Requests.
* Perform other duties as assigned

*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*

High school diploma or equivalent - Associates Preferred

2+ years logistics/shipping coordination

Highly organized and detail oriented

Material handling equipment experience

Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications

Experience with FACTS ERP and HighJump WMS highly desired

Asana experience highly regarded

Work well with employees at all levels in the organization

Ability to work as a team as well as independently

*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*

- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

- Ability to read computer screens, written documents, and email.

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday

Experience:
* Logistics: 1 year (Preferred)
* Warehouse distribution: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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