Coordinator, Drayage Operations

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics in Houston, TX seeks a procurement specialist to support truck rate procurement and oversee North American drayage operations. You will manage rate execution, billing, and KPI tracking across regional stations and functions.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with Visual Intermodal and enterprise systems, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement.
• One to two years’ experience in intermodal/drayage operations or similar preferred.
• One to three years’ experience in seafreight operations required.
• Solid understanding of processes and systems; knowledge and use of Hellogic, Outlook and Business Objects a plus.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of truck rates.
• Day to day operational management of Compcare / VI – Visual Intermodal (execution, codes, carriers, users, etc.).
• Through measurement and analysis of drayage operations, identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost reduction. Identify best practices throughout North America for quality control activities. Ensure these practices are communicated and implemented where applicable.
• Assist in executing quality control functions (systems and data accuracy) for Compcare / VI (Visual Intermodal).
• Assist in vendor Invoice Reconciliation – Monitor and assist to ensure KPI’s are met.
• Vendor KPI’s - develop, monitor, and report (timely workorder completion, billing, communication, etc).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Time management

English proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree (A.A.)

Tools

Hellogic

Compcare / VI

Business Objects

Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.

For the better. Together.

This position has a base compensation range of $25.00 to $30.00. In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting truck procurement and functional oversight of drayage operations for North America. Responsible for various tasks associated with truck procurement and operations (rate procurement, execution, completion and billing), in accordance with Hellmann policies and procedures. The incumbent will interact with regional stations/branches within North America, Finance, Pricing, Sales, and other various functions relating to North American drayage activities. In addition, there is frequent communication.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Procurement of truck rates
• Day to day operational management of Compcare / VI – Visual Intermodal (execution, codes, carriers, users, etc.).
• Through measurement and analysis of drayage operations, identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost reduction. Identify best practices throughout North America for quality control activities. Ensure these practices are communicated and implemented where applicable.
• Assist in executing quality control functions (systems and data accuracy) for Compcare / VI (Visual Intermodal).
• Assist in vendor Invoice Reconciliation – Monitor and assist to ensure KPI’s are met.
• Vendor KPI’s - develop, monitor, and report (timely workorder completion, billing, communication, etc).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise any direct reports.

Education And Experience

• Associate’s Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
• One to two years’ experience in intermodal/drayage operations or similar preferred
• One to three years’ experience in seafreight operations required
• Solid understanding of processes and systems; knowledge and use of Hellogic, Outlook and Business Objects a plus.
• Experience with compliance related projects desired
• Knowledge of trucking operations a plus
• Prior experience communicating with truckers a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Systems experience Hellogic, Compcare / VI (Visual Intermodal), Business Objects a plus
• Ability to simultaneously participate in multiple projects required
• Must possess strong analytical skills directed toward complex problems and viable solutions
• Must be self-motivated, seek opportunities and open to new approaches and ideas
• Exceptional communication and cooperative skills required
• Organizational skills
• Time management and prioritization
• Customer-focused
• Adaptable / flexible to high-pressured environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Email, and Internet
• Proficient in world geography, shipping documentation, and Incoterms preferred
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as freight rates, discounts, and other percentages

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently required to stand, and walk
• Regularly required to sit for extended periods