112 Logistics Coordinators jobs in North Kansas City
Logistics Coordinator
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Join a dynamic team at A&K Railroad Materials Inc. as a Logistics Coordinator in our Kansas City, Kansas office. With over 65 years of innovation and excellence in the rail manufacturing industry, we are experiencing exciting growth and expansion. As a company that values teamwork, progress, and collaboration, we’re seeking a dedicated self-starter to play a vital role in our logistics operations.
As a Logistics Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of our shipping and transportation processes, ensuring freight moves smoothly and efficiently. This role requires experience necessary to manage schedules, monitor shipments, and communicate effectively with drivers and vendors. You will oversee shipment tracking and provide updates to internal teams and customers, taking full ownership of shipments from start to finish. Working in our fast-paced environment means adapting to changing priorities while maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Requirements:
To thrive in this position, you must have at least one year of experience necessary in logistics dispatching. You’ll need to bring strong organizational and multitasking skills to the table, along with proficiency in transportation management software and GPS tracking systems. Familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation practices is essential. Clear communication, both written and verbal, will allow you to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders effectively. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and additional certification in logistics or transportation is a plus. Above all, we’re looking for a self starter who is motivated to deliver exceptional results every day.
At A&K Railroad Materials, our Logistics Coordinators are critical to ensuring our customers receive high-quality service and support. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by coordinating resources, optimizing routes, and addressing logistical challenges. We value individuals who can work well independently while fostering strong teamwork and morale.
You’ll enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, working from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM in a supportive, high-energy office environment. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, paid time off, holiday pay, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
If you’re ready to bring your logistics expertise to a growing company that values hard work and innovation, we want to hear from you! Apply today using our quick 3-minute application process, and we’ll reach out within 24-48 hours to discuss how you can make a difference as our next Logistics Coordinator.
Logistics Specialist
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Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
Job Description
This position is responsible for import and export flows of food and feed ingredients for international and domestic shipments. In addition, this position would include overseeing warehouse activities including receiving, storing and dispatching of goods to ensure on time deliveries to customers. This position would be responsible to develop key relationships with various carriers to maintain and or improve LDC's competitive position within our industries. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with global trade regulations, optimize supply chain efficiency and maintain accurate inventory control.
Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Works with commercial team to ensure they have competitive transportation rates to accurately quote business for customers and manage existing business lanes
- Develop competence in LDC products' markets, product qualities, transportation, warehousing and fulfillment needs
- Communicates professionally with customers, suppliers, and storage facilities to coordinate shipments in a timely manner
- Contributes to inventory management of LDC products (warehouse/tanks/rail cars/containers etc.)
- Understand quality requirements and effectively communicate issues from customers with LDC quality and operation teams
- Collaborate with 3rd party warehouse partners to manage inbound and outbound movement of goods and to manage inventory cycle times and quantities.
- Coordinate international shipments, including documentation, customs clearance and freight forwarding.
- Track shipments to ensure on time deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies
- Prepare and maintain shipping documents such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, warehouse releases and packing lists. .
- Assists with other duties as assigned by the Head of Logistics
- Communicate with sales team any info that is helpful to determine pricing, freight risk awareness, and customer performance concerns.
- Assist with setting up carriers and maintaining documents and certificates.
- Utilize multiple systems to maintain carrier and freight information to assist with the coordinating of logistics for multiple products for inbound and outbound shipments
- Works with the logistics team to cross train and assist other team members efforts when needed
- Contribute to group discussions to improve processes and look for ways to elevate our business.
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, business, finance, or economics
Basic qualifications:
- Two years of import/export experience in the US
- Freight forwarding experience, warehouse inventory and freight experience with liquid food grade products
Basic qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and documentation with firm understanding of incoterms
- Ability to communicate and minimize risks associated with international shipments.
- Knowledge of US and foreign regulations for international shipments of food products.
- Fundamental understanding of warehousing, storage, and inventory management processes.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management principles including lot/batch management, cycle counting, and calculation of storage KPIs including velocity, OS&D, and consolidated invoice settlement.
- Strong practical cost accounting, financial accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficient on Excel and Office products.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to set deadlines and adhere to them.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax machine.
- No supervisory responsibilities
- Would be responsible for coordinating delivery of a sale with little supervision. Would communicate any concerns or risks they become aware of promptly to the appropriate audience. Would need to prioritize personal workload throughout the day to ensure meeting of deadlines.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
- Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public
- Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company
- Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us
Logistics Specialist
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Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
Job Description
This position is responsible for import and export flows of food and feed ingredients for international and domestic shipments. In addition, this position would include overseeing warehouse activities including receiving, storing and dispatching of goods to ensure on time deliveries to customers. This position would be responsible to develop key relationships with various carriers to maintain and or improve LDC’s competitive position within our industries. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with global trade regulations, optimize supply chain efficiency and maintain accurate inventory control.
Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Works with commercial team to ensure they have competitive transportation rates to accurately quote business for customers and manage existing business lanes
- Develop competence in LDC products’ markets, product qualities, transportation, warehousing and fulfillment needs
- Communicates professionally with customers, suppliers, and storage facilities to coordinate shipments in a timely manner
- Contributes to inventory management of LDC products (warehouse/tanks/rail cars/containers etc.)
- Understand quality requirements and effectively communicate issues from customers with LDC quality and operation teams
- Collaborate with 3rd party warehouse partners to manage inbound and outbound movement of goods and to manage inventory cycle times and quantities.
- Coordinate international shipments, including documentation, customs clearance and freight forwarding.
- Track shipments to ensure on time deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies
- Prepare and maintain shipping documents such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, warehouse releases and packing lists. .
- Assists with other duties as assigned by the Head of Logistics
- Communicate with sales team any info that is helpful to determine pricing, freight risk awareness, and customer performance concerns.
- Assist with setting up carriers and maintaining documents and certificates.
- Utilize multiple systems to maintain carrier and freight information to assist with the coordinating of logistics for multiple products for inbound and outbound shipments
- Works with the logistics team to cross train and assist other team members efforts when needed
- Contribute to group discussions to improve processes and look for ways to elevate our business.
Additional Information
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain, business, finance, or economics
Experience
Basic qualifications:
- Two years of import/export experience in the US
qualifications:
- Freight forwarding experience, warehouse inventory and freight experience with liquid food grade products
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)
Basic qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and documentation with firm understanding of incoterms
- Ability to communicate and minimize risks associated with international shipments.
- Knowledge of US and foreign regulations for international shipments of food products.
- Fundamental understanding of warehousing, storage, and inventory management processes.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management principles including lot/batch management, cycle counting, and calculation of storage KPIs including velocity, OS&D, and consolidated invoice settlement.
- Strong practical cost accounting, financial accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficient on Excel and Office products.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to set deadlines and adhere to them.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Equipment Used
- Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax machine.
Employee Supervision
- No supervisory responsibilities
Decision Making/Accountability
- Would be responsible for coordinating delivery of a sale with little supervision. Would communicate any concerns or risks they become aware of promptly to the appropriate audience. Would need to prioritize personal workload throughout the day to ensure meeting of deadlines.
Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
- Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public
- Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company
- Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
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LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with and being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values , equity and .
LDC encourages , supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us
Logistics Engineer
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MARSHALLTOWN is a market leader in construction tools and equipment, where complex challenges meet a balanced approach to life. Our facilities are top-notch, and our company culture is healthy. Decisions are made quickly, good ideas are embraced, and excellence and effort are rewarded. Solving problems for a large, highly automated manufacturing and distribution company is both challenging and interesting. If you have high energy and curiosity, this might be the right opportunity for you!
SummaryThis position is responsible for improving distribution center processes and shaping the future of our supply chain. It requires a high degree of creativity and latitude. The role involves identifying and implementing initiatives to reduce operating expenses within the supply chain by applying traditional engineering techniques (such as work measurements, root-cause analysis, and time and motion studies) and creating sustainable process improvements. The position also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to align resources, identify priorities, and partnering with vendors to implement appropriate technologies. Review of project presentation materials for senior leadership approval is also expected. You will make an impact through the following functions:
- Work with teams to measure and manage projects, lead implementation plans, establish success criteria, estimate costs, and provide status updates.
- Promote a healthy, safe, and productive culture focused on success.
- Understand business processes, develop business cases, and manage project activities.
- Use data analysis tools to explore complex data, develop hypotheses, influence strategy, and visualize insights.
- Engage regularly with team members, establish credibility, and foster a collaborative approach.
- Organize thoughts and communicate confidently and clearly.
- Listen actively, seek feedback, utilize data to articulate results, and provide structured recommendations.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Position Requirements
- B.S. in Industrial, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
- At least 3 years of experience in Industrial, Process, or Automation Engineering within a distribution center environment.
- Willingness to actively participate and get involved to deliver results.
- Ability to navigate ambiguous situations, influence peers, and drive execution.
MARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive rewards, including competitive wages, a matching 401(k), various health plans with employer HSA contributions, immediate vacation eligibility, and more.
MARSHALLTOWN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, providing employment regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
#J-18808-LjbffrTransporting Logistics
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- 1,100- 1,300 Average Weekly Pay
-Weekly paychecks
-Home daily
Shift: BOTH DAY/NIGHT SUN - THUR and TUE - SAT
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Benefits for Employees and Family
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accident insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Coverage
- Health Care & Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions, Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program with Incentives
- Vacation Pay Starting at 800 After One Year of Service
- Min 3 months of driving experience
- Clean MVR and driving record with a valid class A driver's license
- DOT Medical card
- 21 Years old OR OLDER
- Must be able to pass a drug test (hair/urine)
Logistics Associate
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Pay Range: $16-$18 hourly Financial Opportunities: At 12 months in role, earn an additional .50 per hour by gaining your first certification At an additional 6 months in role, earn an additional .50 per hour by gaining your second certification Ask Logistics Associate, Logistics, Associate, Vehicle, Automotive, Transportation, Inventory
Logistics Associate
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Pay Range: $16-$8 hourly
Financial Opportunities:
- At 12 months in role, earn an additional .50 per hour by gaining your first certification
- At an additional 6 months in role, earn an additional .50 per hour by gaining your second certification
- Ask me how you can make an additional 1 per hour by learning how to load/unload our stingers
- You can also grow your career by earning your class A CDL in our Loader to Driver program
Perks & Benefits
- Company-paid medical insurance
- Dental & vision insurance available at a low cost
- 401K with company match
- 104 hours of PTO in the first year
- A multitude of perks including student loan payments, reimbursement programs, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more
This individual contributor position is responsible for various tasks related to staging, and preparing inventory vehicles for inbound/outbound transport and direct delivery.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Use handheld scanning equipment to log vehicle locations and troubleshoot inventory location
- Accurately receive, organize, locate, and stage inventory vehicles on-lot consistent with processing and safety standards
- Multi-point inspections of inventory vehicles and accurately complete inspection reports
- Consistently meet processing and quality standards
- Maintain lot and workspace areas
- Safely operate company-owned vehicles
- Fuel inventory vehicles as needed
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 18 years of age and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to operate a computer and company issued tablet and mobile devices
- Ability to work as a team player and interact with customers, managers and coworkers in a professional and courteous manner
- Ability to frequently and safely operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles
- Ability to work variable schedules as necessary
Physical Working Conditions
- Capable of walking 5 to 10 miles per shift
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions such as rain, snow, heat, etc.
- Frequently getting in and out of vehicles.
- Bend, twist, stoop, squat, and stand
- Ability to work in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, dusty, wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance
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This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Logistics Specialist
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Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for import and export flows of food and feed ingredients for international and domestic shipments. In addition, this position would include overseeing warehouse activities including receiving, storing and dispatching of goods to ensure on time deliveries to customers. This position would be responsible to develop key relationships with various carriers to maintain and or improve LDC’s competitive position within our industries. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with global trade regulations, optimize supply chain efficiency and maintain accurate inventory control.
QualificationsPrimary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Works with commercial team to ensure they have competitive transportation rates to accurately quote business for customers and manage existing business lanes
- Develop competence in LDC products’ markets, product qualities, transportation, warehousing and fulfillment needs
- Communicates professionally with customers, suppliers, and storage facilities to coordinate shipments in a timely manner
- Contributes to inventory management of LDC products (warehouse/tanks/rail cars/containers etc.)
- Understand quality requirements and effectively communicate issues from customers with LDC quality and operation teams
- Collaborate with 3rd party warehouse partners to manage inbound and outbound movement of goods and to manage inventory cycle times and quantities.
- Coordinate international shipments, including documentation, customs clearance and freight forwarding.
- Track shipments to ensure on time deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies
- Prepare and maintain shipping documents such as bills of lading, commercial invoices, warehouse releases and packing lists. .
- Assists with other duties as assigned by the Head of Logistics
- Communicate with sales team any info that is helpful to determine pricing, freight risk awareness, and customer performance concerns.
- Assist with setting up carriers and maintaining documents and certificates.
- Utilize multiple systems to maintain carrier and freight information to assist with the coordinating of logistics for multiple products for inbound and outbound shipments
- Works with the logistics team to cross train and assist other team members efforts when needed
- Contribute to group discussions to improve processes and look for ways to elevate our business.
Additional Information
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Basic qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain, business, finance, or economics
Experience
Basic qualifications:
- Two years of import/export experience in the US
Preferred qualifications:
- Freight forwarding experience, warehouse inventory and freight experience with liquid food grade products
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)
Basic qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and documentation with firm understanding of incoterms
- Ability to communicate and minimize risks associated with international shipments.
- Knowledge of US and foreign regulations for international shipments of food products.
- Fundamental understanding of warehousing, storage, and inventory management processes.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management principles including lot/batch management, cycle counting, and calculation of storage KPIs including velocity, OS&D, and consolidated invoice settlement.
- Strong practical cost accounting, financial accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
- Proficient on Excel and Office products.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to set deadlines and adhere to them.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Equipment Used
- Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax machine.
Employee Supervision
- No supervisory responsibilities
Decision Making/Accountability
- Would be responsible for coordinating delivery of a sale with little supervision. Would communicate any concerns or risks they become aware of promptly to the appropriate audience. Would need to prioritize personal workload throughout the day to ensure meeting of deadlines.
Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
- Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public
- Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company
- Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us
Lead Logistics Coordinator
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Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage all aspects of freight transportation.
- Plan and optimize delivery routes and schedules.
- Negotiate rates and contracts with carriers and third-party logistics providers.
- Track shipments and provide real-time updates to stakeholders.
- Resolve delivery exceptions and logistical challenges.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of shipping documentation.
- Maintain strong relationships with carriers, vendors, and internal teams.
- Analyze logistics performance data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Mentor and guide junior logistics staff.
- Ensure compliance with transportation laws and regulations.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in logistics and transportation coordination.
- Proven experience in route planning and freight management.
- Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS) and industry software.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Experience in team leadership or supervision is a plus.
Logistics and Supply Chain Director
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies to support business objectives and maximize efficiency.
- Oversee all aspects of warehousing, including inventory control, order fulfillment, and facility management.
- Manage and optimize transportation operations, including carrier selection, negotiation, and performance monitoring.
- Implement and refine inventory management strategies to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
- Develop accurate demand forecasts and coordinate with procurement and production teams.
- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain.
- Leverage technology and data analytics to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and safety standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key logistics partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing logistics and supply chain team.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.
- Develop and manage the supply chain budget.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful supply chain strategies that result in significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Extensive knowledge of warehousing operations, transportation management, inventory control, and demand planning.
- Strong understanding of supply chain technologies, including WMS and TMS systems, and ERP integration.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics management.
- Experience managing complex global or national supply chains is a plus.
- Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
- Strong understanding of lean principles and their application in logistics.