What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator position at Kaleen Rugs, Inc.?
Kaleen Rugs, Inc.
Logistics Coordinator Job Description
Job title: Logistics Coordinator Updated 05/2023
Work Location: D1
Division/Department: Customer Service
Reports to: VP Operations
Full-time X
Non-exempt X Hourly
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Logistics Coordinator is to monitor and keep records of the shipped and received goods. Additional duties might include the following:
- Managing the relationships between shipping merchants and traders and negotiating freight charges.
- Liaising between clients and shipping companies to resolve any complaints.
- Preparing shipping quotes for customers and sales reports for the sales management.
- Determining the most efficient methods of shipping and routes for courier services
- Scheduling loads and processing shipping paperwork
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
- Sound understanding of commercial and retail enterprises and their functioning.
- Excellent organization, accounting, and data analysis skills
- Attention to detail and good reasoning skills to spot errors quickly and report them to relevant staff.
- Ability to prepare reports that reflect findings and recommendations on strategic plans.
- Customer-oriented mindset and excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills and the ability to lead others.
- Proficiency with industry-standard computer packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Quickbooks.
- Managing the relationships between shipping merchants and traders and negotiating freight charges.
- Liaising between clients and shipping companies to resolve any complaints.
- Preparing shipping quotes for customers and sales reports for the sales management.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Candidate must possess at least three years of experience as a Logistics/Shipping Coordinator or in other customer-focused roles. Candidates with ample experience in the shipping industry are preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Location: Dalton, GA
Travel: No
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- 401k Matching
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
- STD
- LTD
- Accident
- Critical Illness
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19
