Shipping Coordinator

Beneficial Talent Source; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Shipping Coordinator in Lexington, Kentucky. The successful candidate will oversee warehouse operations, manage inventory levels, and ensure timely shipping and receiving of goods. With a focus on optimizing workflows and adhering to safety standards, this role requires prior experience in logistics, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS. Excellent communication and multitasking abilities are essential for success in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in shipping, logistics, or related fields.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and CRM required.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing inventory levels and ensuring timely shipping and receiving.
• Implementing efficient procedures and optimizing storage space.
• Assisting sales team with shipping inquiries and managing transportation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Ability to handle physical workload

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the warehouse, includingmanaging inventory levels, organizing storage, ensuring timely shipping and receiving,implementing safety protocols, and maintaining efficient warehouse operations by optimizingspace and workflow and all while adhering to compliance regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate inventory levels by receiving, storing, and managing stock, including forecasting demand and proper product placement.
• Overseeing the process of receiving incoming goods and shipping outgoing orders, including quality checks and timely delivery. Unpack, verify, and record incoming merchandise or material.
• Implementing and maintaining efficient procedures, optimizing storage space, and streamlining workflows to maximize productivity.
• Arrange appropriate transportation of products, including assemble, address, stamp, and ship merchandise or material as required.
• Assist sales team (customers) with shipping inquiries
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and related software. Basic programing, installation and troubleshooting on our locks systems.
• Understanding and enforcing industry safety standards.
• Communicating with shipping companies to set up pick ups and troubleshoot shipping delays and determine appropriate solutions.
• Answer phone as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in shipping, logistics, or other related fields.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including CRM required.
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong organizational skills
• Good communication skills