Job Description:
We are looking for a Distribution and Transportation Manager to join our team in New Castle, Delaware.
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
- 2 to 3 years experience in transportation or related experience
- Associates Degree in Business Management or related major or work experience
- Knowledge of Famous Software a plus
- Must be computer and technology literate with the ability to learn new systems
- Knowledge of air and ocean freight a plus
- Knowledge of perishable transportation a plus
- Knowledge of transportation documentation and shipping guidelines
- Ability to follow written procedures
- Must be able to write and read English and communicate effectively
- Ability to act independently and make competent decisions without supervision
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- Be efficient at multi-tasking
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Provide excellent customer and sales team service for delivered orders
- Coordinate and book all DDP/FOB orders and internal transfers, both FTL and LTL
- Maximize cost efficiencies and reductions
- Trace and provide Updates to Sales Team on all Delivered orders, ETAs, Delivery Confirmations, PODs
- Set up customer delivery appointments as required
- Confirm and negotiate pricing and select carriers
- Coordinate Inbound/imported loads with Customs Brokers and Global Operations Team as well as handle minimal re-exports to Canada (Phytos, COSs, FVW 205s)
- Utilize online systems for inbound load tracking and updates
- Work with Warehouse Manager and QC staff on truck movements in/out of warehouse
- Coordinate FOB orders with outside carriers
- Confirm and submits orders to remote warehouses, carriers, coordinating with warehouse staff
- Enter and Approve AR/AP charges in Famous, cost tracking, billing approvals
- Manage carrier and transportation claims
- Manage product diversion in cases of rejected loads