Logistics Coordinator

Company: Kuehne + Nagel
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Our branch in Memphis is in search for a new Logistics Coordinator!Your Role A fast growing 3rd Party Logistics company needs a Logistics Coordinator to manage various activities within the supply chain to help reduce cost and improve service to their customers.Your Responsibilities --- Work directly with carriers (dry van, flat bed, & temp control) to ensure that loads are picked up and delivered on time--- Utilize optimization software to help plan loads and select the least cost mode (TL vs. LTL vs. Pool Distribution)--- Serve as a liaison between the shipper and carrier to provide tactical solutions that improve the daily operations and processes--- Identify trends through Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and provide solutions for cost reduction or service improvement--- Resolve discrepancies on freight bills (electronic and paper) and determine root cause and corrective action--- Monitor shipments in transit and identify and resolve issuesYour Skills and Experiences --- Bachelor's degree in Transportation or Logistics (preferred, but not required)--- Excellent English written and oral communication skills--- A team player who can work effectively with all levels of an organization--- Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office suite--- Strong organizational and problem solving skillsGood Reasons to Join We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment

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