Shipping Coordinator

Akzo Nobel; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA

Annual bonus 4%

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

AkzoNobel is seeking a logistics coordinator to coordinate outbound shipments for the finished goods department, ensuring on-time delivery and accurate shipping documentation. You will liaise with 4PL providers, carriers, and internal teams to resolve transportation issues.

The role requires attention to detail, strong problem solving, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Prior experience with SAP Warehouse Management is beneficial, with a comprehensive benefits package offered by the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outbound shipment process for finished goods.
• Serve as main contact with 4PL providers.
• Create shipping documents and maintain records.
• Liaise with customer service, sales, customers and carriers on transportation issues.
• Manage hazardous material documentation per 49 CFR regulations.
• Schedule carrier pickups (LTL, TL, Intermodal, Expedite).
• Monitor inventory, perform cycle counts and manage supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Problem solving

Coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP WM

Job description

About AkzoNobelSince 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com © 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.

Job Purpose To coordinate and administer logistics functions within the finished goods department. The position will support internal and external customers in coordinating the outbound shipment process and on time delivery of or products (Paint & Coatings).

Key Responsibilities

• Main point of contact for communication with 4PL providers
• Creation of all required shipping documentation
• Purchase and maintain stocking levels for all department supplies
• Liaison with customer service, sales, customer and carriers on any issue relating to the transportation of our products
• Manage document retention program for all critical hazardous material documentation per 49CFR regs
• Management of return process through CLX inbound portal
• Scheduling of carrier pickups (LTL, TL, Intermodal & Expedite)
• Good working knowledge of Warehouse Management module in SAP
• Inventory and Cycle counting responsibilities

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Detail oriented
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Problem solving and analysis

Rewards & Benefits

• Starting hourly rate $26 - $29 hourly based on experience
• Benefits beginning Day 1401
• K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Annual bonus 4%
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Generous PTO policy: vacation (10 days), personal (5 days) and holiday (11 days)
• Progression (pay for skill) pay plans
• Short & Long term disability
• Paid Parental leave
• Career growth opporunities
• Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee appreciation days

Competencies

• Accepting Direction
• Accepting Responsibility
• Acquiring Information

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable.

In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.