Logistics Coordinator

thyssenkrupp Materials NA; Town of Plainfield (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Materials NA is seeking a Freight Coordinator to direct the movement of customer freight and oversee daily logistics tasks. You will handle data entry, tracking, billing support, and communications with customers and vendors across domestic and international routes.

The role emphasizes accuracy, proactive vendor negotiations, and adherence to regulatory requirements, with a focus on timely deliveries and precise recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 4 years related experience in international transportation, logistics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with MS Excel and Word.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience/exposure to domestic and international logistics and transportation.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations, US Customs Compliance, C-TPAT, FAST, PIP and/or ACE e-Manifest.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and at a fast pace.
• Good knowledge of geographical countries to facilitate efficient routing.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; builds a positive team attitude.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement of internal and external freight for domestic and international shipments.
• Record and allocate pickup and delivery requests within the established countries.
• Maintain daily entry in freight management systems for freight activity.
• Maintain complete records for customer billing.
• Direct dispatch of drivers and vendor drivers.
• Negotiate pricing with current and potential vendors.
• Maintain daily contact with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain required spreadsheets and written/computerized records.
• Participate in health, safety and 6S initiatives as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Working under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Job Summary

Coordinate and direct the movement of internal and external customer’s freight through the respective supply chain in an efficient and timely manner. Our freight representation is domestic and international. Duties include but are not limited to data entry; tracking freight, create customer billing, customer and vendor follow up, negotiation of vendor pricing documentation and paperwork compliance. Represent company in a positive manner by providing customers with quick, precise, helpful, courteous and professional customer service.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

• Communicate with all customers and vendors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Record and allocate all requests for pickup and delivery within the established countries for all customer freight.
• Maintain daily entry in the respective freight management systems for domestic and international freight.
• Maintain complete records for customer billing
• Direct dispatch of drivers and vendor drivers.
• Negotiation of pricing current and potential vendors.
• Maintain daily contact with vendors to ensure on time delivery of customer freight.
• Maintain Mexican Inventory with accurate records of all customer material being stored to ensure proper billing.
• Continuously increase knowledge of company procedures, products and services.
• Document, investigate and report damaged customer material to Manager/Supervisor.
• Maintain metric reports as required by management and or customers.
• Proactively seek out new pricing with current vendors.
• Complete administrative duties timely and accurately.
• Maintain specified spreadsheets.
• Maintain written/computerized records and other forms of information.
• All other duties assigned by reporting Manager/Supervisor.
• Participate, support and comply with all health, safety and 6S initiatives and requirements.
• Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma and/or 4 years with related experience in international transportation, logistics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with MS Excel and Word
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Prior experience/exposure to domestic and international logistics and transportation
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations, US Customs Compliance, C-TPAT, FAST, PIP and/or ACE e-Manifest
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and at a fast pace.
• Good knowledge of geographical countries to facilitate efficient routing of customer material.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; able to give feedback; puts success of team above own interests; and contributes to building a positive team attitude.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous experience as freight management.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, transportation, or related field of study

Job Compensation

44,000 to 54,000

Monday -Friday 10am to 7pm

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact [e-mail].