Logistics Coordinator

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the routing & scheduling of finished goods shipments, logistics, and delivery activities across the Distribution & Logistics Department within our electrical transformer manufacturing company. The Logistics Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring that all components of the logistics supply chain are synchronized to meet business objectives, maximize efficiency, and reduce costs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, shipping, or logistics with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Develop, maintain, and optimize comprehensive finished goods shipment schedules for multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring alignment with customer volume commitment agreements and focusing on on-time deliveries.
• Ensure raw material shipments are scheduled and monitored to ensure material is delivered to meet production demands.
• Utilize TMS and/or outside programs to schedule transportation shipments and deliveries.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, quality, and sales departments to gather information on customer needs and shipping requirements.
• Monitor production plans to ensure compliance with volume commitment agreements with customers, adjusting shipping schedules as necessary to meet contractual obligations.
• Manage and update scheduling tools, databases, and systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information.
• Implement best practices in scheduling and supply chain management to continuously improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts and challenges, working proactively to minimize disruptions and ensure on-time delivery of products and services.
• Stay informed on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in scheduling and supply chain management.
• Occasional travel to other ERMCO sites.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, with a focus on logistics and shipping.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage complex schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP and supply chain management software and advanced scheduling tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed scheduling decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to collaborate with multiple departments and levels of management.
• Proactive and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for optimizing logistics supply chain operations.