Shipping Coordinator - Winter Haven, FL

Job description

Shipping Coordinator - Winter Haven, FL

Salary Non-Exempt

Summary/Objective

The shipping coordinator position is responsible for coordinating shipments both domestically and internationally. Effective communication with customer representatives and employees at various levels within the organization are instrumental to this position.

Essential Functions

• Manages import/export scheduling and handling for international shipments.
• Responsible for documentation and scheduling of outbound shipments using bulk, van, air, or rail transportation.
• Coordinates logistic activity for facility as well as vendor shipments.
• Interacts closely with warehouse personnel and truck drivers to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of product shipment.
• Coordinates shipping appointments with customer representatives.
• Notifies the customer service and sales department of all order changes.
• Alerts E2E Supply Chain Manager of any situation that may result in a disruption of product delivery or customer service concern.
• Prepares and distributes documentation including various bills of lading, export documentation, and other shipping documents.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment

• This position operates in a shipping office environment.

Physical Demands

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position with business hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Travel

• This position does not require to travel.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years’ experience in an office environment
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Capability to process multiple types of information, perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize duties.
• Ability to adapt under high pressure and critical deadlines.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree
• Five (5) years’ experience in logistics or similar field
• JDE software database experience
• IATA/Dangerous Goods and DOT Hazmat Certification

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed?

We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:113797BR