Administrator Logistics

Ahold Delhaize; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Salisbury is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to optimize delivery processes and manage vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include analyzing customer orders, coordinating freight claims, and ensuring timely deliveries. A proactive and organized individual is preferred. This full-time position offers a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years combined experience in logistics, supply chain, procurement, or merchandising.
• Experience with inventory control and shipping/receiving processes.
• Basic knowledge of the trucking industry and distribution functions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Customer Pickup loads for optimization opportunities.
• Communicate with vendors and Inventory Analysts on orders’ statuses.
• Coordinate freight claim research and resolve issues for Customer Pickup loads.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data Entry

Logistics

Inventory Control

Shipping & Receiving

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/logistics or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Tableau

AS400

SEGA DSS

LlamaSoft WMS

PFT

Inforem

Revionics MSP

Job description

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion Giant Food The GIANT Company Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA visit .

Principle Duties and Responsibilities :

Analyze all Customer Pickup loads delivering into assigned region / s for optimization opportunities and tender to carrier.

Check PO notifications from CRP vendors daily to verify correct receipt of all orders weights dates & pickup locations

Communicates with vendors and Inventory Analysts on any PO#s that did not transmit or transmitted incorrectly

Combine multiple PO#s adjust weights on POs adjust pick up days based on information provided by the vendor and / or as identified by self for DA gain i.e. : bracket pricing efficiency programs freight expense reduction.

Work closely with vendors and Inventory Analysts on any orders that need date changes

Expedite any PO#s the buyer / vendor may need earlier than requested date-sometimes needing same day pickup

Identify and assist Supply Chain Analytics with possible Customer Pickup opportunities

Responsible for recruiting new carriers to Customer Pickup program

Coordinate all freight claim research filing and resolution for Customer Pickup loads

Coordinate all drop trailer contracts for all DCs

Work closely with vendors shipping department to ensure timely loading of trucks for loads to reduce amount of detention

Work closely with carriers to improve on-time delivery performance

Send detailed report daily on Customer Pickup late loads to all buyers Logistics & all DCs

Assist DCs when they are missing bills for loads

Assist DCs with notifying carriers when envelopes are needed to mail bill of ladings to the carrier

Research past due and balance due invoices from carriers

Take calls from prepaid carriers needing delivery appointments.

Assist Truck Appointments when needed to schedule prepaid loads

Maintain fuel surcharge scales for various vendors weekly and monthly.

Perform analysis on various lanes (CPU allowance vs expense Alternative Product Flow etc.)

Liaison for communication flow with Distribution Transportation Category Management and Replenishment

Execute transfers and rush deliveries at the request of Replenishment / Category Assist in disaster recovery efforts due to natural disaster or weather events

Knowledge :

Basic knowledge of the trucking industry distribution and / or replenishment functions

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Skills :

Excellent organizational planning influence communication and presentation skills

Self-motivated and persuasive in presenting and selling ideas and executing their implementation Excellent communication skills

Abilities :

Ability to manage day to day activity for identified responsibilities

Demonstrate a personal acceptance of change and the ability to adapt and drive change

Demonstrate an ability to implement and analyze retail business using consumer insights and analyzing trends.

Active listener with an ability to build trust across varying levels of the organization

Education :

Bachelors degree in supply chain / logistics or business-related field

Experience :

1-3 years combined experience in logistics supply chain procurement / merchandising and / or distribution / manufacturing operations

Experience with the following computer programs : SEGA DSS LlamaSoft WMS PFT Inforem Tableau Revionics MSP Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex race color ancestry national origin citizenship status religion age marital status (including civil unions) military service veteran status pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions) genetic information sexual orientation gender identity legally recognized disability domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process please email

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Shipping & Receiving,Inventory Control,Data Entry,AS400,Transportation Management Systems,EDI,Microsoft Outlook,Warehouse Experience,Office Experience,Dispatching,Microsoft Excel,Logistics

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1