Transportation Coordinator

Work Location DeKalb, IL
Work Schedule: FT M-F 7:30 am to 4:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Associate Coordinator position provides the tactical execution of the transportation team through load planning, load tendering, load monitoring, and load scheduling functions to meet internal and external customer expectations. This position interacts with a large number of internal and external critical partners.
The position requires a self-managed individual who is aligned with the expectations and objectives of the Supply Chain as they conduct their daily operational activities. This position is based in the centralized Transportation Hub (T-Hub) in Dekalb, IL.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational:
Efficiently and effectively execute the transport of products utilizing the Transportation Control Tower (TCT) tools and processes to exceed service expectations.
Collaboration with cross-functional areas including customer service, carriers, facilities, and deployment while maintaining a proper professional approach in all interactions (face to face; phone, e-mail, meetings, etc.)
Take initiative and make decisions independently weighing customer needs, facility requirements, carrier capacity, and escalating as appropriate.
Support Nestlé Operational Master Plan, Nestlé Continuous Excellence Initiatives and Continuous Process Improvement.
Resolve conflicts / discrepancies positively, professionally, and timely.
Administration:
Build strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
Daily communication on successes and opportunities.
Pursue continuous education on Transportation and Supply Chain.
Embrace a Winni
Other duties as assigned including but not limited to meetings, projects, travel we’ve never asked anybody to travel, it would be very rare but possible could we say “potential travel”, training and other necessary tasks to support adding the most value to Nestle.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Transportation planning
Date maintenance
Load scheduling
Exception management (order changes, rush requests, accessorial validation)
Final load confirmation
Carrier management

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
High School Diploma, with a college education preferred.
Requires a professional approach to internal and external customers.

EXPERIENCE:
Transportation and/or logistics experience preferred
Experience in a tactical and fast-paced office environment
Strong customer service skill

SKILLS:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook Programs

Apolis is in an effort to help promising individuals realize their dreams by helping them build their careers and lives. We believe in promoting a culture of kindness, diversity, opportunity, and support. If we can’t help you, we will find someone who can.
Our growth is the product of over 30 years of experience in analyzing our clients’ needs and evolving our approach to IT and consulting solutions.