Lead Supply Chain Coordinator

Penske Logistics; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a Lead Supply Chain Coordinator to ensure operational efficiency and inventory management. The role involves coordinating processes, resolving discrepancies, and working closely with vendors to optimize transportation solutions. Ideal candidates should possess strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with a background in Transportation Management.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Transportation Management experience preferred.
• Advanced computer skills including Excel and Outlook required.
• Ability to learn and operate multiple transportation management systems.

Responsibilities

• Track shipments to ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate critical information to associates and customers.
• Identify cost savings opportunities for the customer.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Strong problem solving skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Flexibility

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Outlook

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

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Position Summary:

This position coordinates all processes and functions of a department. Provides visibility to management by tracking, process over-sight, auditing, researching and trouble-shooting operational issues or functions. Reconcile inventory and material flow through a warehouse or manufacturing site. Generates reports and analyzes order and inventory data. Investigates and resolves discrepancies, uploading correct information to all systems and user communities. Refers to financial and operational standards to make decisions impacting delivery dates and overall customer requirements. Interacts with vendors and suppliers on behalf of the customer to ensure network efficiency.

Position Summary:

This position coordinates all processes and functions of a department. Provides visibility to management by tracking, process over-sight, auditing, researching and trouble-shooting operational issues or functions. Reconcile inventory and material flow through a warehouse or manufacturing site. Generates reports and analyzes order and inventory data. Investigates and resolves discrepancies, uploading correct information to all systems and user communities. Refers to financial and operational standards to make decisions impacting delivery dates and overall customer requirements. Interacts with vendors and suppliers on behalf of the customer to ensure network efficiency.

Major Responsibilities:

• Track shipments to ensure shipment deadlines are met. Work with suppliers and carriers to correct part/shipment issues.
• Timely and accurately communicate and document critical information to internal associates and the customers.
• Identify cost savings opportunities for the customer.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 1 year of Transportation Management experience preferred, with a focus on shipment coordination
• Must also be able to learn and regularly operate multiple company and customer transportation management and inventory systems.
• Ability to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, team player, flexibility required, verbal & written communication skills, excellent with numbers and time management, strong problem solving skills required
• Advanced computer skills including Excel and Outlook required
• Experience using office tools such as MS Office or Google Suite
• Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the hours necessary to accomplish the job duties, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
  
  

With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.

• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain

Job Family: Operations

Address: 15041 S Commerce Drive

Primary Location: US-MI-Dearborn

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2507616

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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