Freight & Logistics Coordinator

Steel Service; Flowood (MS); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Steel Service is seeking a Freight & Logistics Coordinator to manage transportation, warehouse distribution, and procurement activities, ensuring a seamless flow of goods and continuous improvements in inventory control.

The role requires strong data analysis, vendor management, and hands-on experience with TMS and ERP systems (AS400 or SAP). This in-person position operates in a fast-paced Flowood, Mississippi environment.

Formación

• 10 years of experience in supply chain operations with emphasis on freight logistics or warehouse management.
• Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, Tableau; experience with AS400 or SAP.
• Hands-on warehouse experience including materials handling, shipping logistics, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of transportation planning tools like TMS and related systems.
• Experience negotiating with vendors and carriers; procurement/sourcing exposure is a plus.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and drive process improvements.
• Forklift certification or safe forklift operation experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities; strong team collaboration in a fast-paced setting.

Responsabilidades

• Understand project shipping needs with Plant Superintendent and Project Managers.
• Schedule pickups, deliveries, and manage freight requirements with carriers.
• Confirm load dates, delivery addresses, contacts, and freight instructions.
• Coordinate freight shipments including international trade compliance and regulations.
• Manage warehouse distribution, inventory control, and timely order fulfillment.
• Use TMS and ERP systems (AS400 or SAP) to plan routes and monitor performance.
• Track loads from Steel Service to jobsite or delivery location.
• Communicate delays or issues to internal teams and adjust schedules.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Root cause analysis

Multi-tasking

Educación

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Construction Management

Herramientas

Excel

SQL

Tableau

AS400

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Freight & Logistics Coordinator to join our Steel Service team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of managing transportation, warehouse distribution, and procurement activities to ensure seamless flow of goods. Your expertise will drive process improvements, optimize inventory management, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your skills in data analysis, vendor management, and logistics planning will make a tangible impact on our operations.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Freight & Logistics Coordinator to join our Steel Service team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of managing transportation, warehouse distribution, and procurement activities to ensure seamless flow of goods. Your expertise will drive process improvements, optimize inventory management, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your skills in data analysis, vendor management, and logistics planning will make a tangible impact on our operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Plant Superintendent and Project Managers to understand project shipping needs, delivery priorities, and jobsite requirements.
• Communicate with freight companies to schedule pickups, deliveries, trucks, and special transportation needs.
• Confirm load dates, delivery dates, addresses, jobsite contacts, and freight instructions.
• Coordinate freight shipments, including shipping & receiving, international trade compliance, and trade regulations adherence.
• Manage warehouse distribution processes, inventory control, and warehouse operations to ensure accurate stock levels and timely order fulfillment.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and ERP systems such as AS400 or SAP to plan routes, schedule deliveries, and monitor transportation performance.
• Assist with tracking loads from Steel Service to the jobsite or delivery location.
• Communicate any freight delays, delivery issues, missing information, or schedule conflicts to the appropriate internal team members.
• Help ensure loads are coordinated in the proper order based on project schedule and customer needs.
• Work with shipping and production personnel to confirm materials are ready for loading.
• Coordinate with vendors, carriers, drivers, project managers, and internal departments regarding freight status.
• Implement warehouse management system (WMS) protocols for inventory management, stocking strategies, and manual handling procedures to maximize efficiency.

Experience

• Freight & Logistics: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

• Proven 10 years of experience practicing in a supply chain operations role with a focus on freight logistics or warehouse management.
• Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in Excel spreadsheets, SQL queries, Tableau dashboards, and ERP systems such as AS400 or SAP.
• Hands-on warehouse experience including materials handling, shipping logistics, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of transportation planning tools like TMS software and transportation management systems.
• Excellent negotiation skills with vendors and carriers; experience in procurement or sourcing is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis for process issues and implement continuous process improvements.
• Valid forklift certification or experience operating forklifts safely within a warehouse environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating across teams in a fast-paced supply chain setting.

Education

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field required.
• Prior experience in freight, logistics, dispatch, shipping, transportation, steel fabrication, manufacturing, or construction-related coordination preferred.
• Experience working with freight companies, carriers, drivers, or shipment scheduling preferred.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Must be dependable and able to maintain regular attendance.