Shipping & Receiving Coordinator

Shipping & Receiving Coordinator

Location: In-office Nashville, TN

Technology Lab is a Managed Service Provider for K-12 charter and independent schools throughout the US. We are seeking a Shipping and Receiving Coordinator to work in our Nashville-based office. Must have 6 - 12 months of experience in procurement and shipping and receiving experience preferably in the technology industry. 

This position plays a crucial role in our supply chain management, ensuring efficient shipping and receiving operations while supporting procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute shipping and receiving activities, including preparing and processing shipments, receiving deliveries, and verifying incoming and outgoing materials. 
• Prepare and process shipments to clients for IT hardware and other items, and work with UPS/FedEx to ensure the company is getting the most aggressive pricing.
• Maintain accurate inventory system, tracking product movement and storage.
• Collaborate with team members: work closely with other departments, such as procurement and customer service, to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of orders. Communicate effectively to resolve any shipment related issues or discrepancies.
• Monitor and analyze shipping and receiving data to identify areas for process improvement, cost reduction, and increased operational efficiency.
• Assist in the creation, review, and processing of purchase orders for IT hardware, software, and licenses. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate specifications, pricing, and delivery timeliness.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining inventory levels of IT equipment, ensuring adequate stock for ongoing projects and client needs.
• Maintain a strong relationship with suppliers, monitoring their performance, and addressing any issues or concerns that may arise. 

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Strong Excel skills
• Ability to interact at all levels of management internally, and with customers and suppliers.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Looking for problems to solve, not waiting for someone to tell you what to do.
• Excellent follow-through, taking initiative and not requiring much direction.
• Impeccable attendance record.
• Must be organized, detail oriented and multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Flexibility and ability to bounce between projects quickly.
• The ability to work constructively with a wide range of personalities.
• Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced, highly competitive, deadline-oriented environment.
• A fun, customer-focused attitude.
• A cost-conscious attitude, with the goal of saving the company money.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk and communicate, use hands/finger, feel and reach with arms. Must be able to work in an office and warehouse environment, which requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling and lifting 50lbs on a regular basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.