Logistics Coordinator

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. 

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.  Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. 

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. 

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? 

Summary Description:

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for performing daily logistics operations to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation and distribution of goods.  This role involves coordinating shipments, working with transportation providers ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.  The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate with various departments.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate the movement of goods and materials across multiple locations ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers, carriers and internal teams to manage shipping schedules and resolve any transportation issues.
• Monitor and track shipments providing updates and addressing transportation delays.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company guidelines for the transportation and handling of goods.
• Negotiate charges and fees with carriers and logistic providers to achieve cost-effective shipping solutions
• Cross-functional collaboration with Supply Chain and Plant operations to align execution with operational and customer needs.
• Review reports to identify areas for improvement for cost, service and efficiency.
• Plan and tender inbound and outbound loads via the TMS with transportation service providers for assigned plants and warehouses.
• Consistently meet or exceed freight budget goals leveraging Real-Time Dynamic pricing (API) and the spot market comparing best market rate options.
• Communicate issues related to shipment lead time and payloads.
• Consistently leverage and monitor TMS tools to ensure service failures are minimized and communicated appropriately.
• Ensure carriers are following Refresco and TMS guidelines.
• Timely and accurately resolve rate request changes, accessory charges additions and invoice discrepancies.
• Schedule pick-up appointment times as required.
• Build consistent relationships and communications with transportation service providers and be knowledgeable of their rates, on time service, regional strengths and weaknesses.
• Efficiently coordinate transportation service providers with varying shipment types including dry truckload, refrigerated truckload, intermodal, less-than-truckload, tanker, and hazardous materials
• Maintain confidentiality of company information.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Ability to problem solve as first course of action.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and with time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude.
• Dependable and responsible.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Enthusiasm and high energy.
• Willingness to learn.

Computer and Technical Skills:

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software/systems such as SAP S4Hanna.
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business or a related field (preferred).
• 2 years’ experience in logistics coordination, Supply Chain or Transportation Management.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training and/or experience will be considered.

Working Conditions:

• Work in office environment with designated one day per week work remote option.
• Physical Demands– Continuously sitting for prolonged periods, as the job is administrative in nature.
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.

Travel Requirements:

• Limited travel required.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.