Logistics Representative

Red Gold, Inc.; Elwood (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low medical premiums

Parental leave

Disability benefits

401(k) matching 7%

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Life insurance

Job summary

Red Gold, Inc. in Elwood, Indiana, is seeking a Shipping Coordinator to manage inbound and outbound shipments, coordinate carriers, and ensure on-time deliveries within the routing guidelines.

You will track shipments, resolve issues, prepare Excel reports, and support other supply chain functions. A High School diploma and 1 year of customer service or transportation experience are required; associates preferred. On-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 1 year experience in customer service, transportation, or warehousing.
• Strong MS Office skills including Excel and Word; able to generate reports.

Responsibilities

• Inbound/outbound shipment coordination including Truckload, Intermodal, and LTL.
• Assist carriers with pickup/delivery scheduling and tracking.
• Track and trace shipments daily to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Communicate with Customer Service, Warehousing, Sales, and other teams.
• Coordinate EDI and load tendering to carriers via TMS.
• Support with spot load coverage and load cost negotiation.
• Enter data into supply chain systems and prepare Excel reports.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Word

Excellent communication

Fast-paced team environment

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

TMS system

Job description

Description

We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Corporate Headquarters in Elwood, Indiana.

What You'll Do:

Inbound and Outbound Shipment Coordination

• Coordinate inbound and outbound Truckload, Intermodal, and LTL shipments following the routing guide process
• Assist carriers in scheduling appointments for pickup and delivery
• Track & trace shipments daily to ensure timely pickups & deliveries are being made
• Problem-solve unexpected issues during the shipping, in-transit, and delivery process
• Provide clear and consistent communication with Customer Service, Warehousing, Sales, and other groups throughout the shipping process
• Coordinate EDI and general load tendering to carriers via TMS system
• Facilitate with spot load coverage and load cost negotiation

Prepare Payables

• Maintain accurate freight purchase order payment records
• Review freight invoices for billing discrepancies
• Monitor billing statements

Administrative Support

• Input data into Supply Chain computer systems
• Prepare Microsoft Excel reporting
• Cross-train as back up for other roles within the Supply Chain Department

Requirements for Success:

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma
• 1 year experience working with the public (customer service, transportation, or warehousing)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Computer skills, MS Office, Excel and Word
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to function in a fast pace team environment
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to work independently once given direction

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing
• The employee must be able to use fingers to constantly operate a computer or other type of office equipment
• The employee in this position must be able to regularly walk
• The employees must be able to use hands to handle and feel
• The employee must be able to reach with both hands and arms
• The employee must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances
• The employee must be able to converse or convey with other individuals
• The employee may occasionally be required to crouch
• The employee may occasionally lift/carry items as heavy as 25 pounds

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct: None

Indirect: None

Benefits Include:

• Medical premiums as low as $24.00/week
• Paid parental leave time off work
• Employer-paid disability benefits
• 401(k) matching up to 7%
• Free counselling through the Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-paid life insurance
• And so much more!

Education

Associates (preferred)

High School (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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