Part Time Shipping Coordinator

Part Time Warehouse Associate

RestoringVision, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the largest nonprofit provider of new glasses to people living in impoverished communities without access to available, affordable glasses. Since 2003, we’ve distributed over 20 million glasses through an unparalleled network of more than 2,500 non-profit and government organizations operating in 144 countries. We receive 1 million in-kind donations of glasses annually and additionally source glasses through a philanthropic program with one of the largest distributors of eyeglasses. In 2022, RestoringVision will reach 3.5 million people and is poised to grow to reach 10 million people annually. This year, our programs operate in 100 countries and are scaling in 18.

Why Work for RestoringVision?

• Your work here changes lives!
• Small staff - you are not just a number.
• Daytime schedule with flexible work hours.
• Create your own 4 to 6 hour shift beginning from 7am-10am.
• This is a permanent position.
• All federal holidays off!
• No warehouse experience required.

Responsibilities:

The Shipping Coordinator reports directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations. Specific responsibilities include:

• Coordinates all inbound shipments of eyeglasses, supplies and other products
• Coordinates all outbound shipments of glasses from manufacturers, donor facilities, our distribution center, and 3PL’s
• Ships orders to nonprofits in the US and to NGO and governments in less developed countries where we have our programs
• Coordinates both domestic and international shipping, small parcel and freight
• Works with vendors including FedEx, UPS, DHL, and various freight forwarders.
• Coordinates shipping related to our 3PL contracts
• Prepares shipping and exportation documents to ensure timely shipping and clearing of customs
• Tracks the status of all shipments and updates in real time; addresses delays and shipping issues as needed
• Creates and submits shipping reports and analyses to the Operations Manager
• Tracks costs associated with small parcel shipping
• Tracks and updates small parcel shipping
• Updates order delivery statuses within our Salesforce CRM system
• Communicates with all necessary parties via email and phone to ensure product is picked up and delivered in a timely manner
• Communicates with multiple parties to determine documentation needs of consignee region prior to shipping
• Communicates with the internal team regarding shipping updates as needed
• Any other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:

· Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field: Shipping, Logistics, Distribution

· Organized and detail-oriented

· Self-motivated with a desire to learn and a proactive approach

· Team player

· Impeccable integrity

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand during shift.

Schedule:

Flexible 20-25 hours per week schedule during regular business hours, Monday through Friday

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Shipping & receiving: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location