Shipping & Traffic Coordinator

Company Description

For over 100 years, BlueScope continues to build on our reputation of quality brands and products, leading technology and a customer-first spirit. Through our global brands, we are one of the largest manufacturers of building solutions in the world. Our diverse, bright and inspired workforce is committed to bettering the communities we serve through breakthrough thinking and innovations. Your goals, ideas and perspective can help shape our future – we look forward to hearing them!   

Job Description

The Shipping department communicates with on-site Production Managers and other company manufacturing locations, Builders, and Project Managers to ensure on-time delivery of product.

The Traffic & Shipping Coordinator coordinates shipments with Builders, secures dependable freight carriers, estimates freight rates, and maintains good customer relations with freight carriers, Builders and Project Managers. The Coordinator also completes necessary paperwork to fulfill job requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

-Ensure continuous flow of truckload completions and paperwork through all shifts and weekends, as necessary 30%

-Coordinate shipments with Builders 25%

-Secure dependable freight carriers 15%

-Estimate freight rates 15%

-Interact with internal customers 15%

Skills & Competencies

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

· Analytical and problem solving skills

· Ability to prioritize and achieve deadlines

· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task

· Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills

· Customer service and resolution skills

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to a changing landscape

Qualifications

Minimum:

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Experience in Shipping or Traffic

Preferred:

· College degree

· 1 year of experience in Shipping or Traffic role

Additional Information

The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 

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