What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Traffic Coordinator position at Coilplus, Inc.?
Schedules appointment times with carriers and production to ensure timely and efficient deliveries. Schedules inbound appointments with mills and carriers within production receiving time schedules. Responsible for other tasks as assigned by management.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Responsible for scheduling outbound trucks to meet customer’s delivery times. Confirms all shipments daily and communicates with inside sales the schedule and whether there are issues with shipments or truck. Organizes the daily shipment and inbound trucks from mills & coilcoaters.
Manages carriers to ensure competitive freight rates, safe equipment and valid insurance documentation. Seeks new quotes and new carriers when opportunities are presented. Obtains quotes and manages inbound freight not covered by mills, i.e. import inbound.
Examines shipping invoices to ensure correct rates vs quoted rates. Reviews invoice checklists to see that proper billing is listed in AS400.
Traces shipments, redelivery, and other applicable charges. Reconciles any scrap with mills.
Occasionally reroutes urgent shipments or arranges for special delivery at destination. Schedules carrier outbound/inbound appointments for the following day in conjunction with production scheduling.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Excel at troubleshooting
- Skills in time management are required
- Need outstanding coordinating skills to manage multiple activities.
- Ability to read and understand rate schedules.
Experience & Education:
- Associates degree or an equivalence amount of work experience is needed
- 1-2 years experience in production scheduling or similar activity.