Sr. Transportation Coordinator

Fabick Cat; Northern (KY); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fabick Cat is seeking a Sr. Transportation Coordinator to coordinate transportation for rental equipment across locations in Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, and to negotiate rates with outside vendors.

The role focuses on efficiency, cost control and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in a similar role, strong communication skills and experience in the heavy equipment rental industry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 3+ years in a similar role in the heavy equipment/rental industry.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsabilités

• Schedule transportation for all Rental locations, determining internal vs. external haulers.
• Track and control transportation costs and communicate status to customers.
• Schedule transfers between MO, IL, WI, and Upper Peninsula MI for Rental & Used departments.
• Research and negotiate with outside haulers and develop contracts with fleet providers.
• Identify process improvements to improve freight recovery and reduce costs.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Scheduling

Logistics coordination

Communication

Leadership

Formation

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Description du poste

Fabick Cat is the authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment, prime and stand‑by power systems, parts and service, compact construction, and rental equipment for major portions of Illinois, Missouri, the entire state of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have been in business for over 100 years and are headquartered in Fenton, Missouri. For more information visit http://www.fabickcat.com/

Why Work For Us!

At Fabick Cat, you are beyond just an employee, you are a part of the Fabick family. A family that has worked so diligently to cement a legacy that was built over 100 years ago through a collective vision "To Ever Serve Our Customers Better". This legacy could not have been possible without first employing then developing the best and brightest talent the market has to offer. We believe it to be of the upmost importance to invest in our workforce by supporting and empowering employees to develop the necessary skills to become successful in their own career.... to become a legacy. Are you ready to join our family legacy to continue our existence as 'the greatest service organization of its kind' over the next 100 years? The Fabick family appreciates and values the ongoing commitment of its employees and is pleased to provide a highly competitive total compensation and benefits package.

Job Summary:

The Sr. Transportation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating transportation for the rental equipment. Is responsible for negotiating rates with outside vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule transportation of equipment for all Rental locations in determining whether or not to use internal drivers and/or outside hauling when necessary to ensure equipment is delivered as expected.
• Responsible for tracking, communicating and helping to control Rental Services costs for transportation.
• Communicate with customers as to the location of shipments and if shipments are going to be running late.
• Schedule transfers between Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Upper Peninsula Michigan for Rental & Used departments.
• Researches, evaluates, negotiates and determines the proper outside haulers to fill transportation needs.
• Assist in the negotiation of new contracts with dedicated fleet companies.
• Develop and assist Leadership Team to mold behaviors of Coordinators and Sales Team to maximize freight recovery.
• Develop, improve and implement processes to help freight recovery numbers.
• Develop and implement efficiencies while driving down overall transportation costs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree required.
• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 3 plus years in a similar role/capacity and industry required
• Heavy equipment and the rental business experience preferred
• Lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of heavy equipment and the rental business
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work outside normal business hours

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods, stand, walk, bend and stoop to perform the essential functions of this job. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.