The Logistics Administrator directly affects distribution center workflow and customer satisfaction, frequent contact with internal and external customers. Some contact with all levels of distribution, customers and vendors.
This is a part-time position (3 days per week, 12:00pm - 8:00pm)
Responsibilities
- Confirm purchase orders / general communication with customers
- Prepares bills of lading for shipments to customers and verifies BOL's with actual load sheet
- Obtain dimensions and documents for export shipments. Generates export documents when necessary / create ship tickets
- Help maintain inventory accuracy and MRP requirements by monitoring and allocating inventory using company system
- Become proficient in the use of the Transportation Management System and ERP system.
- Contacts trucking firms for rate quotes and pick-ups for expedited orders for the entire outbound operation / communicate as needed with trucking partners
- Reports shortages or overages to appropriate resources
- Works directly with Transportation Coordinators
- Files damage claims with trucking companies for payment
- Maintain accurate, complete paperwork and proper forwarding of all documentation.
- Research any discrepancies that arise and work with all parties until resolved.
- Maintain accurate spreadsheet on all incoming material and outgoing product shipments.
- Maintain required files and file all required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Complete forms and paperwork for office personnel as required.
- Maintain warehouse supply spreadsheet as required.
- Inventory analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in operations management or logistics (preferred)
- 2-5 years of logistics experience (required)
- Experience with ERP systems & TMS systems (required)
- High IT affinity with warehouse systems
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in a diverse environment; able to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization
- Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives/tasks with a strict focus on deadlines
- Strong Microsoft Excel experience