Logistics Coordinator

About the role

Batchelor & Kimball is looking for a passionate, self-motivated person that excels in a dynamic and strategic role to help improve the timeliness and organization of construction materials and tools for commercial building projects. This role will further develop the logistics of the overall supply chain within Operations to improve construction timelines.

Responsibilities

• Execute the needed logistical actions and develop the supply base to support the strategy
• Improve logistical performance to drive accurate deliveries and shorter lead time on projects
• Drive improvement in storage, and logistics of materials in/through the warehouse
• Build partnerships with key providers of materials and services
• Deliver value through lead time reduction, on-time improvement, and vendor pre-processing

Key differentiators

• This position plays a critical role in evolving procurement from a transactional function into a technology driven, data-enabled capability, supporting operational excellence and scalable growth
• Experience in automations, integrations, AI and other relevant technologies
• Experience with technology-enabled procurement or supply chain systems
• Proficiency in digital supply chain tools and workflow systems

Supervisor / budgetary / external communication responsibility

• This position is an individual contributor role and has no direct reports
• Communicates with vendors, Buyers, and Project Managers on supply bottlenecks/timing
• Communicates with vendors to drive value, prevent supply interruptions, and solve issues

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• MS Office Suite (Word and Outlook) basic knowledge required along with advanced Excel
• User experience in prominent business platforms (Viewpoint, SAP, etc.) preferred
• Outstanding communication skills (phone, e-mail, video conference, and in person) required
• Well-developed organizational skills
• Knowledge of logistics, storage, and warehousing

Qualifications

• Requires a H.S. diploma with a college degree preferred
• Experience in the implementation/execution of custom supply chain and logistics strategies
• Prior quantitative results in supply chain, warehousing and logistics required

Physical demands

The physical demands of a typical warehouse and office environment, including some field travel.