TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR

Weber LLC; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where grilling is a passion! This role involves vital administrative tasks like managing shipping schedules and monitoring inventory for a leading manufacturer. You’ll thrive in a supportive environment that values growth and innovation. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to be part of a diverse and inclusive team. If you’re dedicated, dependable, and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

15 Days Vacation

5 Days Sick Time

Parental Leave

10 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred; 3-5 years experience in related field.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and manage shipping schedules.
• Communicate with carriers and manage drop trailer yard.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma

3-5 Years Work Experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

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At Weber, grilling is a passion that’s reflected in everything we do. Our goal is to share this passion and spark inspiration with the people who matter most – our grilling community. Weber has been the world’s premiere manufacturer of charcoal and gas grills and accessories since 1952. If you have the desire to work for a company that is recognized for exceptional quality products and high customer satisfaction, employment with Weber may be right for you. We provide a friendly working atmosphere with an environment of growth and opportunity through innovation, pride, and excellence.

Weber is committed to inclusive, equitable and diverse Hiring practices. Our goal is to create a workforce which resembles the diverse rich communities we live, play, and support every day.

Discover What’s Possible with a career, at Weber.

Summary

Perform administrative tasks such as monitoring inventory levels, arranging transportation methods, and managing shipping schedules.

Shift: 1st

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Release transfer orders and labels for LTL, FTL and Exports

Schedule TL appointments

Schedule LTL pickups

Enter data into an Excel document.

Notify carriers of pending pick ups

Manage, track and report on the drop trailer yard

Communicate all requirements and issues to core carriers

Take proactive measures to remedy poor carrier performance issues

Communicate with supervisor regarding loads that have special requirements

Support scheduling loading of drop trailers with operations

Hold carriers accountable to performance

Recommend the number of trailers needed by each carrier

Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Cost Consciousness- Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue ; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service- Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Interpersonal Skills- Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Oral Communication- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quality Management- Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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:

Education and/or Experience

A High School diploma is preferred. In addition, three to five years of work experience in the field or the equivalent combination of technical training and experience is required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret routing guides and procedure manuals. Must possess the ability to professionally communicate both verbally and in writing.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate cube for load planning, discount percentages and audit freight bills. Must possess the ability to apply the concepts of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and experience with both PC and SAP applications. In addition, the individual must be proficient at data entry, rating software and Microsoft Excel

Other Skills and Abilities

Needs to work well in a team atmosphere and adhere to the code of conduct.

Other Qualifications

Needs to understand the concept of FOB terms, freight claims management, freight classification and LTL class rates.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Hourly Position Range: $23.49- $26.49

The annual compensation at the midpoint is $51,979.

Here are the benefits info to be posted:

All full-time U.S. non-union Weber employees are eligible for the following benefits.

• Comprehensive Group Health Insurance including Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life & Disability benefits. Weber also provides services through Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401k Retirement Plan with a maximum match of 3% of your annual pay, up to the IRS limits.
• 15 days of vacation time which is accrued at 2.31 hours per paycheck.
• 5 days of sick time per calendar year.
• Up to 14 weeks of parental leave (8 weeks for recovery and 6 weeks for bonding).
• 10 paid holidays annually

Weber-Stephen Products LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.