New Life Staffing is hiring a Logistics/Expediter Coordinator in Pottstown PA. The Logistics/Expediter Coordinator will ensure prompt delivery of materials and services by communicating with vendors on the status of critical orders and eliminating difficulties and delays. This position will also provide support to the Customer Solutions Manager as well as the Production Team and general office assistance as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates purchase orders, shipping schedules and documentation
• Aligns transportation to/from suppliers
• Maintains records of goods that have been ordered and corresponding shipping dates
• Maintains business relationships with suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure their assistance if an unexpected event requires expedited shipping of an order
• Monitors the main phone line and direct calls as necessary
• Interacts with the internal shipping department
• Performs other related duties as assigned

   

  Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, as well as active listening
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated and service-oriented skills are required to support both internal and external customers
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) with the ability to learn new software
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, product, service, or area of customer service specialization or supplier special services
• Experience with shipping documentation including Bills of Lading, Packing Lists, Commercial Invoices, etc.
• Experience in scheduling trucks, obtaining freight quotes, processing orders, and various aspects of shipping documentation desired

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Logistics experience is beneficial
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Enterprise Resource Planning), specifically Epicor-Vantage, is beneficial

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Walking the manufacturing plant floor for resolution of issues as well as coordination of logistics is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities