Logistics Coordinator

Job description

Job Summary:

The Logistics Coordinator coordinates for parts shipments associated with Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Absent undue hardship reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Essential Job Duties:

· Coordinates transports (inbound/outbound – domestic/international- conventional/exceptional) and products (raw material, hazardous material, finished product, spare parts), taking into account the restrictions and special requirements (e.g. Customs, packaging, permits for special transports).
· Selects the optimal (efficient, economic and effective) service (standard, LTL, truck, special trailers, expedited) regarding the destination and the timeframe.
· Asks for quotation when no rates are registered, obtain agreement to organize transport.
· Coordinates shipments with the Parts Department and reports the situation when needed.
· Prepares all documentation relevant for transport (packing list, B/L, etc…).
· Bills the parts prior to shipment, send the invoices to the customers.
· Codes for payment transport invoices, based on quotes or existing contracts, routing instructions, fulfilled delivery times and performance.
· Improves the supply chain for parts shipments (study the market, compare through benchmarks, analyze and present the results…).
· Offers new solutions within the external logistics frame.
· Negotiates with internal/external sources; initiates new partnerships, optimizes flows.
· Reach the goals/objectives set by the External Logistics Manager.

Position Specific Competencies:

Job Skills: Applies the required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) in the performance of essential job duties:

· Highly proficient with the International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS).
· Highly proficient with the internal transportation software system (Lissy).
· Understands the supply chain and its environment (regulations, actors…)
· Has strong verbal and written interpersonal skills.
· Has strong organizational skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) such as BaaN, LN or SAP R3.
· Ability to work independently and in a team.
· Strong attention to detail.
· Ability to multi-task.
· Ability to solve problems.
· Ability to adapt to change as necessary.

Education and Experience:

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and 3 years related experience (degree preferred).

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
Ryan Wood