Shipping Coordinator

The Shipping Coordinator performs the day to day functions involving shipping and shipping data input. This position coordinates and communicates with other employees regarding shipping and transportation issues and concerns. Facilitating the smooth functioning and delivery of on- time shipments is of high priority within this role.

• Cooperate with other warehouse employees and contribute to a performance-oriented culture.
• Effective, professional, and timely, ongoing communication and intricate coordination with related departments, managers and staff to accomplish goals.
• Continuous evaluation and monitoring of processing times needed to perform core processes to assess performance levels.

• Process outgoing shipments
• Coordinate the efficient transportation of goods
• Notify the sales department of issues preventing shipments from leaving
• Maintain accurate and timely ship out logs
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining shipping/receiving office supplies
• Assist with other functions as needed.
• Process all shipment claims (lost, damaged etc.)

• Operational experience at similar role a must
• Minimum of 3 years FTL or LTL dispatch experience
• Experience B2B sales
• Must be able to build a rapport with customers
• DAT and Internet Truckstop experience a plus
• Experience in rate negotiations
• Proficiency in Windows based programs
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• 3-5 years of proven related job experience in shipping/logistics operations
• Proven ability to successfully perform warehouse, shipping and receiving duties; able to communicate clearly and effectively
• SAP Experience a plus

Education:

High School Diploma required/ Bachelor's degree preferred