Shipping & Logistics Coordinator

Company Overview

We are Splice. We’re passionate problem solvers who focus on providing our clients with the experience and flexibility to deliver the right solution for every single challenge. Splice is the professional services division of One Workplace, providing FF&E project integration, post-occupancy and MAC management services acting on behalf of the client. Our drive and dedication to providing our clients with innovative spaces and solutions has helped us expand our footprint, and now it’s time to expand our team.

Splice is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range: $23.50-$27.65/hour

OWP Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO
• 9 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401k Employer Match
• Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500/year

Position Summary

Location: South Seattle, WA

Shift:  7:30am – 3:00pm

The Shipping & Logistics Coordinator position works alongside the Splice-Amazon Asset Management and Warehouse teams to ensure that all shipments are completed safely and with minimal loss.  This position will also work with the Splice Operations teams to develop processes and best practices for the shipping program.

Essential Functions

• Track all phases of a shipment from pickup to delivery and report on all relevant milestones.
• Active process improvement.
• Develop and improve the tools needed to support the shipping program.
• Communicate and train our warehouse partners on new processes.
• Work with the Operations Manager to develop and track the KPI’s for the shipping program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the shipping industry including truckload, less-than-truckload, and air freight.
• Knowledge of proper packing, protection, loading, and unloading practices.
• Ability to read and understand all types of shipping documents including bills of lading, shipping manifests, commercial invoices, and packing slips.
• General knowledge of the shipping claims process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Outlook, Excel, and MS Word.
• Ability to manage multiple activities & projects.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

• Associates Degree preferred but not required.
• 4 years of experience in shipping or freight forwarding.
• Experience in warehousing and product handling.
• Experience in Canadian and American customs processes preferred.

KEY PROFICIENCIES or Personal Competencies: 

• Excellent communicator.
• Persistent in following process and driving compliance.
• Proven experience with customer service with stakeholder  

Action Oriented & Accountability: Welcomes new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. Holds self and others accountable to ensure projects are completed according to scope, within budget and on time. Willingness to take on additional projects as needed. Ability to proactively identify opportunities for process improvement.  

Relationship Management & Teamwork: Leverages interpersonal skills to establish rapport and develop professional relationships both internally and externally. Capability to collaborate, encourage and learn from others. Ability to influence without authority across different teams. Provides guidance to onsite crew as needed.  Dedication and commitment to promote diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion in all work activities. Collaborate in diverse teams to foster productive outcomes.

Time Management & Detail: Capability to balance tasks when priorities shift. Excellent time management skills. Must have strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy for project deliverables.   

Problem Solving: Approach obstacles with an analytical, creative and solutions focused mindset. Provides meaningful insights from analyzing and evaluating feedback and data. Ability to be flexible and work autonomously through unique scenarios and gray areas. Capability to identify points of escalation and engage appropriate parties. Relentlessly solve through all projects and potential setbacks.  

Communication & Business Acumen: Effectively and professionally communicates to key stakeholders throughout project lifecycle. Proficient in both written and verbal formats. Determines and utilizes the appropriate communication channels. Employ active listening and respond with empathy.  

Safety: Responsible for working in a safe manner and complying with company safety processes and procedures. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, color perception, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Regularly works with others face to face, over the phone and email in an office environment with moderate noise.  Nature of work may require time spent out of the office; reliable transportation required.  Periodically works outside and may work around moving objects, dust, and dirt. 

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your resume today. We look forward to connecting with you!