Logistics Coordinator

Brief Description

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and monitoring all sales, shipments, deliveries and pickups for the Transportation Department. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role.

• Use information system(s) to track transport needs and schedule shipments.
• Coordinate with third-party logistics (3PL) company to ensure loads are on time.
• Use orders to build routes that are cost effective, minimizing empty miles while meeting customer timelines.
• Schedule drivers and equipment to transport loads.
• Provide information and documentation needed by drivers, customers, receiving and others.
• Monitor progress for scheduled pickups and deliveries, look to proactively resolve issues with any foreseeable delays and address issues as they arise.
• Assist accounting department with end of month processes in relation to logistics expenditures and client invoicing.
• Complete weekly reports as requested by management.
• Schedule LTL shipments as requested.
• Ensuring that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.
• Respond to customer inquiries and refer clients to the proper channels.
• Provide support and assistance with training for new logistic coordinators and truck drivers.
• Support and fill in for transportation management when needed.
• Develops and maintains outside vendor and service provider relationships.
• Act as a communication liaison to customers and answer incoming phone calls from drivers on the road.
• Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and customers to reduce the stress that comes with last minute schedule changes.
• Work cross functionally and collaboratively with operations, sales, and accounting department.
• Other assigned duties as needed.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED, required.
• 3 years Microsoft Office and Excel experience required.
• 1-3 years dispatching and logistics experience required.
• Previous experience completing NAFTA forms and schedule B#'s, preferred
• Knowledge of transportation industry process and procedures required.
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
• Adheres to the company’s employee handbook policies and embodies the organization’s core values
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:
• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time while operating a computer with occasional light lifting.
• Regular visits to the production facility and engaging with operations team.
  

Summary

Company Overview

Backed by over 100 years of combined experience, Sunbelt Solomon offers an unmatched ability to provide comprehensive, configured solutions for utility, industrial, and commercial applications. Our engineering capabilities, safety, environmental qualifications, and dedication to delivering quality products have truly made the difference in keeping customers across a broad spectrum of industries powered and supported for the long haul. The Sunbelt Solomon family is a culmination of brands which include Phasor, Valley Transformers, Titan Quality Power Services and Holland Industrial Services. These brands allow Sunbelt Solomon to offer a wide scope of product offerings, service capabilities, and best-in-class industry expertise. We are honored to be the go-to resource for all things electrical transformers and committed to advancing the future of our organization and our industry.

Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values

In developing our mission, purpose, vision and core business values, we engaged in a thoughtful process that incorporated the combined principles of our family of companies and reflects our commitment to valuing our history and investing in our people, services, and products.

• Mission:Through a culture of integrity, bold innovation, and customer-centricity we create value for our partners and team members with safe and reliable electrical power solutions and services.
• Purpose:To enhance the lives of our team members and partners through sustainable products and services in the communities we serve.
• Vision:To be the leading provider of customized electrical power solutions and services.
• Core Values:
• People: The core of our success.
• Safety: It’s in our DNA.
• Strategic: We forge our own future.
• Sustainability: Industry leaders in power distribution life cycle management.
• Performance: delivering excellence at every opportunity.
  

Company Benefits

Sunbelt Solomon offers a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package to employees who work 30 hours per week or more following 90 days of employment. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, 401k with company match, life insurance and disability, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday. Temp employees are not eligible for company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pre-Employment Screening

Following an offer of employment all candidates are required to complete a background check and drug screen prior to being cleared to start employment. A physical may also be required based on the job role and location of the position.