Logistics Coordinator I - Military veterans preferred

POSITION SUMMARY

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for dispatching, inventory management, freight optimization, load shifting and common carrier performance within the Transportation Division. This position works extensively with various departments throughout the Colonial family as well as external partners. This is a fast-paced environment that will require quick thinking, flexibility, follow-through, and thorough communication. The position will demonstrate the company’s core values of Integrity, Service, Entrepreneurship and Family. The Logistics Coordinator will report to the Logistics Supervisor.

JOB EXPECTATIONS/DUTIES

• Manage customers’ inventory levels by analyzing sales trends to determine reorder points.
• Understand and manage asset utilization for full load optimization and opportunity.
• Facilitate all sales/customer order requests, up to and including order creation, dispatching, and processing.
• Monitor supply availability for multiple regions.
• Execute real-time supply sourcing / purchasing decisions from a list of primary, secondary and alternate terminals.
• Work with cross-departmental functions to maintain adequate product inventory for all customers.
• Ensure driver execution meets Colonial’s operational standards.
• Ensure deliveries have been made within the mandated and established timeline.
• Execute real-time driver and assets decisions based on availability.
• Coordinate with Fleet Maintenance daily on asset inspection, routine maintenance and repair items.
• Maintain integrity of the department software(s) by ensuring all data is accurate and organized.
• Communicate effectively and thoroughly with internal and external partners.
• Understand the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and hours of service.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in terminal dispatch, logistics, or customer service role is preferred.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and web-based applications.
• Availability for on-call rotations during nights and weekends and holidays is required.

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and develop creative solutions to challenges.
• Ability to operate independently given direction and bring ideas and solutions to issues raised.
• Strong communication, planning, tracking, and organizing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver multiple activities and assignments simultaneously.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Eligibility Requirements: Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Colonial Group, Inc. is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our organizations. We encourage applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. Colonial Group, Inc. prohibits discrimination of and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.