Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Career Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
The hiring organization is a distribution center located in El Paso, Texas, specializing in the coordination and management of logistics and supply chain operations. This facility plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials from various suppliers to a wide range of consumers, including retail stores, manufacturers, and transportation entities. As an essential part of the supply chain industry, the distribution center leverages technology and efficient processes to optimize inventory control, order fulfillment, and distribution. Operating out of 20 Zane Gray, El Paso, TX, this full-time position offers a standard Monday to Friday work schedule... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics or similar
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred
- Relevant certifications are a plus
- Proven experience in shipping coordination or logistics management
- Strong understanding of shipping documentation, customs regulations, and international trade
- Excellent negotiation skills and experience with carrier management
- Proficiency in logistic IT systems and software
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience in cost management and optimizing shipping processes
- Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
- Must be able to effectively communicate via email, chat, video call, over the phone, and face-to-face
- Travel required up to 20 percent of the time
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in shipping coordination or logistics management
- Strong understanding of shipping documentation, customs regulations, and international trade
- Excellent negotiation skills and experience with carrier management
- Proficiency in logistic IT systems and software
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience in cost management and optimizing shipping processes
- Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners
- Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics or similar
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field preferred
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Logistics Professional) are a plus
Job Duties
- Plan, schedule, analyze and oversee the shipping and receiving of products to meet customer requirements
- Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery
- Prepare and maintain all shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs declarations, and export/import documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- Oversee staff to ensure that all inbound and outbound shipments are processed, maintain high inventory accuracy, and outbound orders are processed promptly
- Work with customs brokers and agents to facilitate smooth international shipments and adhere to international trade regulations
- Negotiate with carriers to secure the best rates and services
- Develop and maintain relationships with shipping providers
- Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to ensure accurate tracking of products in transit and proper receiving procedures are completed
- Address and resolve shipping issues such as delays, damages, or discrepancies to ensure customer satisfaction
- Monitor and control shipping costs, optimizing processes to reduce expenses while maintaining quality
- Track shipments from departure to arrival, providing regular updates and reports to management and stakeholders
- Ensure that all shipping and receiving activities comply with company policies, safety standards, and legal requirements
- Utilize logistic IT systems to enhance shipping and transport procedures
- Recruit and coordinate logistic internal and external staff, including truck drivers, based on availability and operational needs
- Oversee the stocking of raw materials and equipment to meet production needs
- Mediate between internal customers, freight carriers, suppliers, and the Shipping/Receiving Departments to ensure effective communication and external customer satisfaction
- Evaluate shipments, consolidate loads, and select the most cost-efficient methods of shipment
- Prepare accurate reports for upper management regarding shipping activities and key performance indicators
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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