Logistics Clerk jobs in Modesto, CA

Title: Logistics Coordinator

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Turlock, CA (in-person; Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm)

Who we are:

Darey Brands™ is a leading manufacturer of sustainable and better-for-you specialty dairy. The company produces famed Meyenberg® goat milk and butter, Redwood Hill Farm® goat milk yogurts and kefirs, and Green Valley® lactose-free cow milk dairy products. Darey Brands also co-manufactures premium, plant-based dairy alternatives. Products are sold nationwide at leading grocery, mass, natural, specialty, and online retailers such as Whole Foods Market, Kroger, Albertsons, Publix, HEB, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walmart, Amazon, Instacart, and more. Darey Brands is a recently created company that united two long-standing and iconic specialty dairy companies – Meyenberg and Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery. With 90 years of history in the industry, we’re one of the OGs of specialty dairy.

Darey Brands has two primary locations, in Sebastopol, CA and Turlock, CA, with approximately 120 employees across both sites. Darey Brands is wholly owned by Emmi Group. Emmi Group (EMMN) is a leading manufacturer of high-quality dairy products in Switzerland, with a strong local presence in 15 countries. Emmi Group is a public company generating over $4 billion in 2023 sales, with more than 9,000 employees and distribution in over 60 countries.

Overview:

Darey Brands Logistics Coordinator is responsible for inventory management, shipment tracking, and coordinating with carriers to ensure timely deliveries.

Key Responsibilities:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Interact with all employees and other departments in a way that facilitates inter-departmental cooperation and fosters good working relationships. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Arrange/Manage Freight/Track Shipments- 70%

· Create and process replenishment stock transfer orders for forward distribution warehouses.

· Route orders and coordinate truckload shipments to meet customer delivery date requests.

· Follow up on delayed loads and missed appointments, ensuring resolution with customers.

· Develop, maintain, and establish long-term relationships with both existing and new carriers.

· Negotiate long-term freight agreements.

· Provide support and subject matter expertise in the event of a recall.

· Assist in resolving customer complaints.

· Gather and collect freight claim information.

· Monitor and ensure compliance.

· Continuously analyze logistics operations and suggest improvements to reduce costs and enhance efficiencies.

Manage 3PL Inventory/Relationships- 15%

· Manage stock levels to prevent customer outages.

· Partner with accounting to resolve discrepancies.

· Confirm inbound receipts with warehouses.

· Coordinate transportation with 3PL providers.

· Work with sales, accounting, finance, and production teams to ensure smooth operations and resolve discrepancies or issues.

Import/Export Order- 5%

· Prepare pro forma invoice.

· Request required certificates and paperwork.

Cycle Counts- 5%

· Initiate weekly cycle counts.

· Work with Warehouse and Production team to resolve any discrepancies.

· Maintain proper documentation of resolutions.

Reporting- 5%

· Prepare reports for management on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as delivery costs and OTIF.

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Basic math skills, including working with percentages.
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Detail oriented with strong follow-up initiative.
• Good judgment, versatility, flexibility.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

· 3-5 years of logistics experience, order processing methods and inventory control.

· Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

· Warehouse experience preferred.

· 3 years ERP experience or WMS preferred.

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word/Excel.

· Knowledge of Share Documents.

· Strong Communication Skills.

· Research and Analysis Skills.

· Solution Oriented Mindset.

Essential Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and key responsibilities of this position. This position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, walk, climb stairs, bend, lift, twist, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach, and stop as needed. Must be able to lift and carry items up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The noise level in the office is moderate. The employee primarily works in a office environment. They are exposed to the production facility where the noise is moderate to loud and there is exposure to mechanical equipment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Logistics: 3 years (Required)
• ERP systems: 1 year (Required)
• Order fulfillment: 3 years (Required)
• Research: 1 year (Preferred)
• Analysis skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person