Job Description: Traffic Coordinator                        

BUSINESS FUNCTION: Performs duties related to the transportation of orders and inventory.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

·         Promote SCOPE and TTB at all times

·         Understanding of freight markets; TL-LTL-PARCEL-CL-LCL

·         Experience w/big box routing guides, inclusive of all customer compliance requirements

·         Ability to coordinate requirements w/Operations Team (packaging/labeling/transport)

·         Varsity Shipper system experience

·         Ability to learn numerous shipping software systems

·         All packages are shipped with the highest quality and most effective cost.

·         All truck orders routed within 48 hours or sooner of being packed.

·         Keep system information accurate by entering freight cost and advancing statuses.

·         Match and prepare appropriate paperwork and related files and complete as required.

·         Prepare all International customs declarations for inbound and outbound freight.

·         Examine claims for loss and damage.

·         Appraise shipper quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness.

·         Act as the company representative for state and federal agencies.

·         Schedule drivers and or carrier for the delivery of product to customers.

·         Review, examine, and approve freight charges and other freight documentation.

·         Track container status and communicate status to key stakeholders.

·         Schedule inbound deliveries.

·         Obtain quotations for both inbound and outbound shipments.

·         Provide back-up to other Lang employees.

·         Support multi shift operations

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidates must have experience with big box retail routing guides including compliance with labeling and packaging.

·         Education and/or Experience:

Three to five years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

·         Language Skills:

Ability to read, write, interpret documentation

Good written and oral communication skills

Clear verbal communication

Fluent English

·         Mathematical Skills:

Basic arithmetic

·         Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems

Can accurately follow written procedures

·         Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Not applicable

·         Other Skills and Abilities:

Able to take direction

Accurate with details

Patient when dealing with staff, vendors, customers

Reliable

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

·         Physical Demands:

Ability to sit, walk, and stand, bends for extended periods of time

Ability to see to enter data into the computer, and to read reports

Be able to use fingers, hands, and arms for various duties including: filing, telephone and data entry into the computer

Be able to hear intercom, telephone communications

·         Work Environment:

The primary function of this job will be performed in either a warehouse or office setting