Logistics Coordinator - USC Carlsbad, LLC

United Salt Corporation; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

United Salt Corporation seeks a logistics professional in Carlsbad, NM to manage transportation and delivery logistics. The role involves ensuring safety and efficiency, collaborating closely with production and warehouse teams to meet service targets.

Candidates should possess extensive experience in inventory and transportation, proficient in SAP and other essential tools, and demonstrate strong communication and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in inventory, transportation, delivery, and distribution.
• Proficient knowledge of railroad operations and safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety culture through leadership and actions.
• Manage freight costs and evaluate transportation operations.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse for product availability.

Skills

Inventory management

Transportation knowledge

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

Associates/Bachelor's degree in business, transportation/supply chain

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Transportation Management Systems

Job description

Location

Carlsbad Plant
1434 Potash Mines Road
Carlsbad, NM 88220, USA

• Promote safety culture through leadership, actions, and championing continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely transportation, storage, and delivery from the plant to the customer, the plant, & 3PLs.
• Work closely with production and warehouse to ensure product availability for shipment, aiding in achieving service and sales targets.
• Manage freight costs by evaluating plant transportation operations for improvement.

Accountable For:

• Creating a positive work environment and promoting a culture of safety, constant compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Daily order tendering, updating, and monitoring in SAP and TMX
• Regular collaboration and communication with senior management on logistics, disruptions, market forecasts, trends, and potential issues.
• Railcar waybilling, tracking, and monitoring, including inbound and outbound.
• Matching inventory produced to transportation and storage needs with 3PL providers.
• Monitoring TMS and Live Load Tracking system and processes, requests, & problem resolution.
• Partnering with Quality Systems Manager to develop SQF standards for transportation and 3PL providers.
• Staying ahead of events by monitoring and communicating trends, disruptions, and seasonal information that may impact transportation and delivery efforts.
• Ensuring product is moved and stored in high-quality conditions, reaching customers in satisfactory condition.
• Conducting root cause analysis for transportation complaints, identifying the source of disruption, and taking corrective action.
• Providing transportation and logistics analysis and support for new business development projects; provide best practices suggestions concerning transportation
• Analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly data to improve processes and minimize costs.
• Working with customer service on order changes to ensure customers orders are received as requested.
• Working with Territory Managers providing updates on loads.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• At least 5 years of in inventory, transportation, delivery, and distribution.
• Proficient knowledge of railroad operations, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
• Proficient in SAP.
• Proficient in Adobe Pro.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in MS Dynamics.
• Proficient in Transportation Management Systems operations.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and DOT guidelines.

Plus/Preferred:

• Associates/Bachelor's degree in business, transportation/supply chain.
• Packaging plant experience is highly preferred.
• Accredited certification in logistics, transportation, or supply chain accounting.
• Advanced knowledge of SQF FDA/FMA, NSF, DOT, MSHA and OSHA regulatory guidelines.

Core Skills:

• Language: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, project specifications, contracts, and procedure manuals; write routine reports; complete log sheets; and maintain required project documentation and paperwork.
• Mathematics: Ability to calculate figures and amounts related to budgets, project costs, inventory, production, schedules, quantities, measurements, and performance metrics.
• Reasoning: Ability to define problems, collect and evaluate data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, follow written and verbal instructions, and make sound recommendations that support safe and effective project execution.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Accountability: Takes ownership of results; follows through on commitments; and holds self and others to established standards.
• Big Picture Thinking: Understands how daily decisions impact safety, quality, cost, and service; prioritizes work to meet overall business objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Shares information clearly and respectfully; listens for understanding; and escalates issues appropriately.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity; supports standard work; and participates in problem-solving.
• Customer Focus: Delivers quality product and service; meets commitments; and maintains a sense of urgency to support customer needs.
• Growth Mindset: Seeks feedback; learns from mistakes; and pursues training and development opportunities.
• Initiative: Takes appropriate action without being asked; identifies and addresses issues proactively; and supports others as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjust or move objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly communicate with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• Constantly assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Occasional exposure to low and high temperatures.
• Occasional exposure to noisy environments.
• Occasional light work that includes moving objects up to 20 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to move throughout the facility and warehouse, which includes stairs.

Organization (For Managers and Supervisors Only)

Positions Reporting Directly to this Position

• None

Equal Opportunity Employer
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