Coord ED Projects

ABOUT THE ROLE

Responsible for reducing inventory by executing various tasks resulting in the phasing out of leased and owned equipment, based on established monthly targets. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Daily tracking of phase out containers (leased and owned equipment).
•  Identify potential units to be phased out according to monthly target.
•  Request phase out approval from third parties.
•  Block and segregate potential containers at depots, terminals, and rail ramps.
•  Issue works orders to reposition containers that are returning to leasing companies or being sold (rail or truck)
•  Notify Motor Carriers where to terminate phase out equipment.
•  Negotiate costs associated with executing phase outs
•  Track and trace overdue phase out containers.
•  Ensure systems are updated to reflect what has been terminated.
•  Update various reports and keep daily spreadsheets clean and up to date.
•  Maximize return of phase out containers in surplus locations.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma, Military Background will be a plus
• Minimum 2 years of logistics experience in the Maritime Industry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Understands most shipping terms; can use a dictionary to find terms not recognized. Is willing to clarify shipping terms unique to a location. Understands routings, schedules and general practices of various countries, carriers, ports, and terminals.
• Knows what type of equipment must be made available at what locations, depending on shipping schedules and types of goods shipped.
• Uses word processing software efficiently and effectively.  Uses spreadsheet software as a tool for tracking work.  Uses other software appropriate to work demands and effectively applies other components of MS Office required by the job.
• Proficient in MS Office (e.g., MS Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and other software appropriate to work demands.

WORKING CONDITONS

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.

 While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is regularly required to sit, talk and hear.  The incumbent regularly uses hands and fingers in the course of daily job duties, including the use of a personal computer. The vision requirement includes close vision.  May incur mental stress due to time deadlines. May need to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

This job description describes the minimum job requirements.  This description is illustrative and does not imply that the functions outlined below are the exclusive standards of this position.  Incumbents will be expected to follow additional instructions and perform other related duties as required.