PeopleShare has an opening for a Logistics Coordinator in Burlington, NJ for an immediate hire starting within 1-2 days.
Title: Logistics Coordinator
Location: Burlington, NJ 08016
Type: 4 month contract-to-hire
Pay: $19.50/hr
Schedule: 2nd shift: Monday-Friday, 3:15 PM - 11:45 PM
Responsibilities:
- Analyzing data to determine the most efficient shipment options for customers.
- Preparing documentation for logistics operations (invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, etc.).
- Monitoring and updating shipment progress within the internal shipping system or Transportation Management System (TMS).
- Liaising with shipping agents and carriers to ensure that all shipments are delivered on time and in good condition.
- Resolving any issues related to delivery delays or misplaced shipments; Investigate and resolve issues such as warehouse damage and delivery discrepancies.
- Maintaining regular communications with customers regarding the status of their orders.
- Coordinate activities associated with transportation, warehousing, inventory control, and freight forwarding.
- Plan, organize, and monitor the receipt, storage, and distribution of goods.
- Devise strategies to optimize costs and ensure product availability.
- Work with stakeholders and other departments to ensure effective implementation of logistics operations.
- Continually review freight costs and transportation rates to keep freight costs at a minimum.
Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Flexible schedule, including ability to work on weekends, as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain logistics operations or equivalent operation experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of the shipping industry and customers service experience is a plus.
- “Hands ON” experience with digital industry tools such as Transportation Management System (TMS) is preferred.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and ERP software applications is preferred.
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