Logistics Coordinator
Jetro / Restaurant Depot
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Whitestone, New York, United States
$19 - $25 USD hourly
Logistics Coordinator
Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of the organization.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced knowledge of Excel preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) preferred.
- Knowledge of transportation, logistics, and supply chain operations preferred.
Essential Functions
- Utilize Transportation Management System (TMS) software to manage daily inbound and outbound shipments, maintain accurate ETA records, and update internal systems with estimated warehouse arrival dates.
- Monitor shipment activity and proactively communicate delivery delays, failed loads, OS&D (Over, Short, and Damaged) issues, scheduling conflicts, and other disruptions that may impact operations or costs.
- Source and secure competitive transportation rates through spot market bidding platforms and established carrier relationships.
- Negotiate freight rates and service agreements to support cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiency.
- Serve as a key point of contact between Operations, Purchasing, Carriers, Vendors, and Branch locations regarding shipment status, delays, and issue resolution.
- Generate and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly transportation and performance reports.
- Prioritize workload based on operational needs, delivery requirements, and business impact.
- Identify and address root causes of delivery delays, including carrier performance issues, vendor scheduling challenges, loading/unloading inefficiencies, and communication gaps.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transportation performance, service levels, and cost management.
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience:
- 1+ year of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related experience preferred
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability (STD)
- Long-Term Disability (LTD)
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) with company benefits