CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Description

Position Purpose

The Logistics Coordinator, LC, position will be responsible for planning and delivery roughly 100 shipments/week both inbound and outbound from our North America supply chain network.  The LC will sit within a team of 4 total coordinators, each with regional responsibility.  The LC will work closely with transportation, planning, and operations providers to achieving customer expectations of on time delivery. 

Scope

Weekly/Monthly reporting of key metricsExecution of customer order request for inbound and outbound territoryManagement of inventory levels in assigned region, supporting rest of networkWork closely with transportation providers to secure freight and deliver on time, both truck load, LTL, intermodal, and limited ocean going freight as neededDevelop and deliver new cost out initiatives, working with internal teams, LCs, and Log MGRSupport LCs as backup solution to help cover PTO and assist in times of increased workloadPosition will have a dynamic element, where ask and deliverables can change to support the business

Major/Key Accountabilities

Plan all loads inbound and outbound in assigned regionWork with transportation network to tender loads for on time deliver and pick upManage inventory levels at assigned plant, to delivery on time to our customersAbility to operate in a high paced organization and effectively achieve solutions to challenging problems. CHEP environment requires ability to work with other groups to negotiate support and mutual progress towards a goal, but the ability to elevate the issue and or demand results when appropriate progress is not being achievedAbility to accept rapidly changing priorities, drop everything to refocus on a new goal, but the determination and persistence to return again to difficult projects when the new challenge has passed. Strong time management, organization, prioritization and self-directed drive a mustHigh levels of energy, enthusiasm, and esprit de corps a must. Must be able to motivate the team and self when extremely challenging results are demanded with limited support, systems or infrastructure

Measures

On Time PerformanceMapping ComplianceCost per container, issues, collections, & transfersRouting guide and spot market transportation procurement %s and over benchmark 

Authority/ Decision Making

Recommend and implement cost savings solutionsApprove real time freight quotes

Key contacts

Internal:

Logistics, Operations, Quality, Customer sales/service, & Finance, Voice of the Customer

External:

Carrier Base, 3PL Management Groups at Service Centers

Qualifications

Essential

Positive attitude with amplitude to learnExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenOrganizational skillsProficiency in ExcelAbility to teach othersBachelor’s Degree in related field or 2+ years of relevant experience

Desirable

Experience in the following areas:SAPAccessExcelBluJay or similar Transportation Management SystemSales Force

Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field preferred2+ years’ experience in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Skills and Knowledge

Ability to work analytically inside of large data sets to find insights to drive solutions and cost outDevelops positive relationship with third party providers, and ensures consistent achievement of expectation/ requirementsGeneral knowledge of the transportation industry

Languages

Essential:

English 

Desirable:

Spanish

Remote Type

Hybrid Remote

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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