Logistics Lead: Inventory, BOL & ERP

Carlo's Bakery, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlo’s Bakery, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Administrator in Jersey City, NJ to manage distribution center workflow and customer interactions. You will prepare shipment documents, coordinate with trucking partners, and maintain inventory accuracy using ERP/TMS systems.

Strong Excel skills and the ability to prioritize deadlines are essential. The role involves cross-functional communication, documentation upkeep, and ongoing optimization of outbound operations to ensure timely delivery and high

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management or logistics (preferred)
• 2-5 years of logistics experience (required)
• Experience with ERP systems & TMS systems (required)
• High IT affinity with warehouse systems
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in a diverse environment; able to effectively communicate with multiple levels of the organization
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives/tasks with a strict focus on deadlines
• Strong Microsoft Excel experience

Responsibilities

• Confirm purchase orders / general communication with customers
• Prepares bills of lading for shipments to customers and verifies BOL's with actual load sheet
• Obtain dimensions and documents for export shipments. Generates export documents when necessary / create ship tickets
• Help maintain inventory accuracy and MRP requirements by monitoring and allocating inventory using company system
• Become proficient in the use of the Transportation Management System and ERP system.
• Contacts trucking firms for rate quotes and pick-ups for expedited orders for the entire outbound operation / communicate as needed with trucking partners
• Reports shortages or overages to appropriate resources
• Works directly with Transportation Coordinators
• Files damage claims with trucking companies for payment
• Maintain accurate, complete paperwork and proper forwarding of all documentation.
• Research any discrepancies that arise and work with all parties until resolved.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheet on all incoming material and outgoing product shipments.
• Maintain required files and file all required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Complete forms and paperwork for office personnel as required.
• Maintain warehouse supply spreadsheet as required.
• Inventory analysis

Skills

Logistics experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Prioritization

Microsoft Excel

IT affinity

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management or logistics

Tools

ERP systems

TMS systems

Job description

Carlo’s Bakery, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Administrator in Jersey City, NJ to manage distribution center workflow and customer interactions. You will prepare shipment documents, coordinate with trucking partners, and maintain inventory accuracy using ERP/TMS systems.

Strong Excel skills and the ability to prioritize deadlines are essential. The role involves cross-functional communication, documentation upkeep, and ongoing optimization of outbound operations to ensure timely delivery and high