Traffic Coordinator

Okuma Corp.; Greycrest (NC); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Okuma America Corporation in the United States seeks a Traffic Coordinator to ensure accurate, timely delivery of machines, options, accessories, and related equipment. You will serve as the hub between distributors, customers, suppliers, freight carriers, and internal teams to coordinate shipments and documentation.

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple logistics tasks in a fast-paced environment; experience with export

Formación

• Associate degree preferred but not required.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation coordination, shipping administration, customer service, or related role.
• Experience with domestic and international shipping processes preferred.
• Familiarity with export documentation, bills of lading, customs requirements, and freight coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP systems, purchasing processes, or inventory management systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsabilidades

• Manage machine shipments and oversee the release process to distributors and customers.
• Coordinate shipments for stock, consignment, lease, and regional show machines.
• Ensure shipments are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate logistics and documentation with distributors, customers, suppliers, freight carriers, and customs brokers.
• Prepare and process release documentation and export paperwork; generate bills of lading.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and documentation.
• Coordinate and track machine movement requests including consignment/lease, show machines, returns, and repossessions.
• Collaborate with internal departments to execute movements efficiently and document them.
• Process purchasing and freight-related transactions; monitor costs and assist with payments and records.

Conocimientos

Logistics coordination

Shipment documentation

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Educación

Associate degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Descripción del empleo

Traffic CoordinatorAt Okuma America Corporation, we are committed to delivering innovative CNC machine tool solutions and building lifelong relationships with our distributors and customers. The Traffic Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring machines, options, accessories, and related equipment are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with all domestic and international shipping requirements.This position serves as a central point of coordination between distributors, customers, suppliers, freight carriers, and internal teams to facilitate machine shipments, movements, and supporting documentation. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple logistics activities in a fast-paced environment.How You'll Make an ImpactManage Machine ShipmentsAdminister the approval and release process for machine shipments to distributors and customers.Coordinate shipments of:Stock machines (domestic and export)Consignment and lease machinesMachines destined for regional shows and expositionsOptions and accessory items sold as part of machine orders or lease programsEnsure all shipment activities are completed accurately and on schedule.Coordinate Logistics & DocumentationCommunicate with distributors, customers, suppliers, freight carriers, port personnel, and customs brokers regarding shipment requirements and schedules.Prepare and process release documentation for machine shipments.Generate bills of lading and supporting shipping documents.Prepare export documentation and ensure compliance with applicable shipping regulations and requirements.Maintain accurate shipment records and documentation.Administer Machine Movement RequestsCoordinate and track machine movement requests, including:Consignment and lease machinesTrade show and showroom machinesReturn and repossessed machinesRDT and machine run-off activitiesCollaborate with internal departments to ensure machine movements are executed efficiently and documented properly.Process Purchasing & Freight-Related TransactionsProcess purchase orders for suppliers providing options and accessory items associated with machine orders.Coordinate and process purchase orders related to freight, rigging, and machine movement expenses.Monitor related costs and assist with documentation required for payment processing and recordkeeping.Preferred Qualifications & SkillsAssociate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or a related field preferred but not required.2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation coordination, shipping administration, customer service, or a related role.Experience with domestic and international shipping processes preferred.Familiarity with export documentation, bills of lading, customs requirements, and freight coordination.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.Experience working with ERP systems, purchasing processes, or inventory management systems is a plus.Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.Minimum two years’ experience in Transportation. Must demonstrate a clear understanding of principles and methods of moving goods by road and air, including relative costs and benefits.Knowledge of US Export Regulations. Preferably related to Dual Use Items (Machine Tools)The ability to speak and write clearly and effectively to both internal and external customers.Ability to manage multiple tasks/ priorities.Knowledge of MS Office Suite (specifically Excel and Word)Additional Desired Experience:Knowledge of Japanese Export Regulations (METI)General knowledge of Cost Accounting principles