A Senior Logistics Coordinator is needed for the world's largest food and beverage company in the Dekalb, IL area. This job is responsible for managing all aspects of transportation, from planning and carrier selection to shipment tracking and on-time delivery, while collaborating with various teams to ensure efficient and effective operations.
location: Dekalb, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $19.62 - 21.63 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: High School
responsibilities:
Operational:
- Execute product transportation efficiently using available tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (customer service, carriers, etc.).
- Independently make informed decisions and escalate issues when needed.
- Support the company's operational plans and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Address and resolve conflicts professionally.
- Manage and analyze planning anomalies and non-routine problems.
- Validate plans and maintain accurate data.
- Connect appointments with transit times.
- Create optimized freight orders.
- Perform initial carrier selection and manage exceptions (rush requests, order changes, etc.).
- Handle day-to-day carrier management.
- Manage on-time pick-up and delivery schedules.
- Track shipments in transit and identify risks.
- Maintain accurate dates and appointments.
- Handle exceptions.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
- Communicate daily about successes and areas for improvement.
- Engage in continuous education on transportation and supply chain practices.
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- High school diploma required; college education preferred.
- Must have a professional approach with customers.
- Experience in transportation and/or logistics is preferred.
- Experience in a fast-paced office environment.
- strong customer service skills.
- Communication: strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Decision-Making: Analytical, with strong decision-making and judgment skills.
- Interpersonal: strong interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability: Able to handle shifting priorities and embrace change.
- Teamwork: Able to thrive in a team environment.
- Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: High School
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
