Supply Chain Coordinator - San Antonio, TX

Watco Transloading; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco's Supply Chain Coordinator plays a key role in day-to-day freight management across intermodal and truckload operations in San Antonio, TX. You will solicit carriers, build carrier and customer relationships, and deliver quality service while maintaining a positive team culture.

This role involves pricing, RMIS/TMS familiarity, and execution of the Watco Supply Chain Services portfolio, with growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation or supply chain environments is preferred.
• Strong communication and time management skills are required.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, data entry and related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Broker transportation shipments and securing carrier capacity.
• Trace shipments via web portals and monitor status.
• Provide customer support and address issues.
• Conduct spot pricing and rate negotiations to meet margins.
• Ensure compliance with service levels, lanes and timing.
• Book loads with RMIS carrier compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Customer service

Communication skills

MS Office

Team player

Data entry

Phone and email communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

RMIS skills

TMS skills

Job description

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-sports role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco .

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Coordinator (SCC) plays a crucial role in the overall day-to-day freight management of shipments and/or assigned shipping accounts, while delivering cost effective solutions that keep the long-term interest of the customer as our priority. It is essential for the SCC to work well individually and in a team environment; effectively solicit carriers to haul shipments, establish carrier & customer relationships, and solicit customers for transportation opportunities. This position also plays a critical role in providing quality service to customers, encouraging team morale and performance, while maintaining a positive culture within the branch. The Supply Chain Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day operational development and execution of the Intermodal and Truckload logistics portion of the Watco Supply Chain Services portfolio. This position has broad responsibilities including operational execution, sales, customer development, RFP (Request for Pricing form - Proposal), RFI (Requestion for Information), customer spot pricing, carrier price negotiation, carrier development, and other duties as assigned to support branch growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Broker transportation shipments and securing carrier capacity
• Trace & trace customer shipments via web-based portals
• Provide customer support to meet their needs and address issues
• Conduct spot pricing, rate negotiations to meet margin requirements, and ensure maximum profitability, and handle related concerns
• Meet all customer compliance requirements including but not limited to level of service, lane compliance, and communication timeframe
• Book loads with Registry Monitoring Insurance Service carrier compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Transportation or supply chain related experience preferred
• Apply knowledge of organization, communication, conflict resolution, and time management skills
• Use basic computer skills - Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, 10 Key, and Data Entry
• Ability to work with others and be a positive influence on co-workers
• Utilize professional phone and email communication skills
• Effective customer service skills and the ability to service both internal and external customers
• Ability to provide oral and written reports, business correspondence, and effective presentation of information to customers, team members, and managers
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Registry Monitoring Insurance Services (RMIS) skills recommended
• Transportation Management System (TMS) skills recommended

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred.

Job Location: San Antonio, TX Office (TX-0025) Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Salary - Commission Job Type: Full Time

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