Overnights - Trans/ Distribution Coordinator

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversight of daily activities of all scheduled loads to the plant
• Resolution of any issues that may arise in a timely manner and keeping management informed
• Maintaining all systems related to the delivery of loads to customers
• Accurate spreadsheet maintenance with daily load counts, audit information, and other pertinent data
• Entering all information into appropriate systems
• Ensuring all documentation complies with DFA and/or customer standards, including manifest data, sample vials, and seal information
• Working with haulers to ensure proper tanker returns to each hauling company
• Keeping an open line of communication with DFA’s Southwest office regarding events and issues affecting operations
• Developing positive relationships with haulers, vendors, and colleagues
• Collaborating with hauling personnel to resolve issues or concerns between hauling companies and yard operations/plant
• Documenting and discussing with yard lead and supervisor
• Supporting a positive culture that fosters high performance and exemplifies positive and team-oriented values
• Participation in staffing activities, including hiring, training, scheduling, managing overtime, and evaluating staff for performance reviews
• Closely working with plant, lab, and management personnel to ensure accurate information is documented and daily orders are met
• Coordinating a consistent training program across all shifts
• Assisting in training leads and all associates to maintain yard consistency
• Helping to coordinate a consistent training program across all shifts
• Providing input into staffing activities, including hiring, training, scheduling, managing overtime, and evaluating each staff member for performance reviews

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in logistics, supply chain, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 2 to 5 years of distribution, logistics, dispatch, and/or transportation experience, including demonstrated leadership attributes or team lead/supervisory experience
• May require obtaining and maintaining other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment
• Knowledge of distribution and transportation practices
• Understanding of industry, safety, and quality policies
• Skills in supervision and training others
• Efficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Quick learner of new software (e.g., Yard Management, Ever.Ag software, etc.)
• Clear and effective communication, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to multitask and problem solve
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
• Able to organize time, energy, and activities effectively to achieve goals (organizational skills)
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities
• Ability to work proactively and independently without consistent supervision
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English