- Schedule all outbound LTL and TL shipments in conjunction with the customers' needs and Kinter's operational requirements.
- Act as a liaison between vendors, purchasing, and transportation partners to coordinate all inbound freight shipments to ensure all deliveries are received on time and at the correct location.
- Manage importation of products and materials by working with our 3PLs and Supply Chain Solutions providers to meet service level expectations.
- Coordinate import and export related tasks in compliance with US Customs laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with team members, internal customers, and external partners to actively lead and support cross functional initiatives to drive improved overall business performance.
- Maintain a working relationship with FedEx, UPS, and other carriers to increase operational efficiencies, reduce response time when issues arise, keep all freight software systems up to date, etc.
- Submit claims for damage or loss and follow the process until the claim is finalized.
- Provide necessary/relevant information to the accounting department to ensure the payment process is accurate, seamless, and completed within the vendors required terms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- High School Diploma required
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Prior customer service and/or logistics experience is preferred.
- Prior experience in a distribution, warehouse, or light manufacturing environment is a plus.
- None
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds.
- Ability to make repetitive movements, including moving of the wrists and/or fingers, bending, or squatting.
- This position will work indoors in a temperature-controlled environment with periods of time in a high-activity warehouse with a moderate noise-level.
- None
- Generous PTO
- Paid company holidays
- Health, vision, and dental insurance for employee (100% paid for by Kinter – no payroll deductions taken)
- Pension plan (contributions begin after 1 year, fully vested after 5 years; 100% contributed to by Kinter – no payroll deductions taken)
- Long term potential
- Family business with a deep commitment to employees.
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Logistics Specialist - Waukegan, United States - Kinter
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Job Description
Job DescriptionThe Company:Kinter is a family business obsessed with making retail display hardware easier for our customers. We've been manufacturing and distributing retail display hardware for over 40 years. Our approach to business is simple — treat each other and our customers like family.
Summary/Objective:
The Logistics Specialist supports the needs of the business by overseeing the coordination of inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners, this role optimizes operations efficiencies and enhances overall business performance. Individuals with experience in logistics management and supply chain coordination would excel in this role.
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The Location:
Kinter is located on the outskirts of Waukegan, just minutes from Gurnee and Wadsworth. Office and warehouses are located off IL Route 41, which makes the commute easy from surrounding towns.
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