DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR II

Company: J.B. Hunt Transport
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Job Summary:Under general supervision, this position manages specific functions of the warehouse and operations including warehouse, temporary contracted workers, carriers, and/or company drivers including receipt, inventory, material handling, and safety of goods coming through the warehouse. Provides general oversight of operations that ensures a safe, reliable environment, and works with internal and external contacts to ensure accurate management, routing, and delivery of inventory. Incumbents must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility in scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts. Occasional travel for training, meetings, and account coverage may be necessary as the business need arises.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Manage the daily warehouse operations of processing inventory in compliance with established internal controls; ensure the timely and accurate processing of goods to customers and/or vendors and the maintenance, cleanliness, and proper environment of the warehouseBuild and maintain positive professional relationships with personnel to minimize turnover and maximize ongoing productivityAssist with on-time service and meet customer requirements, including managing exceptions on freight and ETA adjustments based on pick-up and delivery schedules, and other environmental factors on the roadCommunicate operational safety standards, warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements; take proactive steps to create a positive safety culture at their accounts by enforcing company policies, ensuring compliance, and company safety requirements are being metWork with personnel and/or drivers to resolve service issues, routing receipt, inventory, material handling, and safety of goods coming through the warehouse, etc. as they occur throughout the day and, where necessary, when on call; May coordinate warehouse resources in order to maintain working processesPerform administrative duties such as payroll, management of the Net-Revenue budget, safety event reviews, filing and documenting, defect documentation, resolving pay issues, invoicing, and/or creating operational or financial reportsMaximize efficiency of operations and profitability, make recommendations for continuous improvement, and measure key performance indicators for both operations and warehouse processesUtilize personnel management including training and orientation of personnel, and assistance with internal and third-party (customer) systems --- Fill in for absent or unavailable personnel and on special projects related to optimizing operations and achieving profitabilityMay assist warehouse workers with duties including but not limited to operating loading/unloading vehicles, preparing goods and materials, and processing receipts, inventory, etc.Assist in yard management as part of daily tasksQualifications:Minimum Qualification:High School Diploma/GED AND 2-3 years of experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, &/or equivalent military experience AND the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed&/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences.Customer service skillsAbility to process information with high levels of accuracyAbility to anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation levelAbility to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgmentAbility to adapt to changing environmentsAbility to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peersAbility to meet or exceed team/driver needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect mannerEffective communication skillsAbility to influence&/ORPreferred Qualifications:Bachelors in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field AND 1-2 years of experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, &/or equivalent military experienceExperience in distributionExperience in warehouse operationsExperience training othersAbility to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliances up to 100 poundsThe expected starting pay range for this position is between $61,440.00 - $ 76,800.00.This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.Education:Bachelors: Logistics Management, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, Bachelors: Transportation Logistics, GED (Required), High School (Required)Work Experience:Transportation/Logistics, Business Administration, Customer Service/Account ManagerJob Opening ID:00570586 Distribution Coordinator II (Open)J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.

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