Logistics Coordinator

Part-time

Company Description

When you need to ship low-weight packages to residential customers, consider efficient, economical FedEx SmartPost shipping service. By utilizing the U.S. Postal Service® (USPS) for final delivery, FedEx SmartPost reaches every U.S. address, including P.O. boxes and military APO, FPO and DPO destinations. You can even use FedEx SmartPost to ship to Alaska, Hawaii and all U.S. territories.

FedEx SmartPost is a great solution for online retailers, catalogers, fulfillment houses and direct marketers who are looking for a cost-effective means of shipping low-weight packages to residential customers.

FedEx SmartPost shipping advantages — state-of-the-art technology, 25 strategically located hubs, dock-door to doorstep pickup and delivery, zone-skipping expertise, and an alliance with the USPS — all work together to provide a streamlined process and reliable delivery.

Job Description

Job Summary

• Under the direction of the Logistics Manager, the Logistics Coordinator develops the daily shipping schedules for parcels using short-term projections while collaborating with operations. Through close communication with the SmartPost Corporate Transportation Department, the FedEx Ground Linehaul department, local FedEx Ground Hub, other SmartPost hubs, and the United States Postal Service (USPS), the Logistics Coordinator will help coordinate outbound and inbound trailer movement through the FedEx Network, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions • Manages and tracks outbound and inbound On-Time Service (OTS). Responsible for computing and analyzing reports for Hub Inbound/Outbound service, Outbound Load Factor, Load Cost, DDU carriers, and USPS service performance. Works with DDU carriers to meet service goals.
• Assists in the completion of the daily yard inventory reconciliation; ensures the correct arrival and dispatch processes and procedures are being followed
• Works cross functionally with other internal hub departments to maximize efficiency and cost savings
• Investigates reasons for late loads by communicating with other SmartPost hubs, local FedEx Ground hub and/or FedEx Ground linehaul department. Identifies and quickly corrects service issues.
• Based on projected inbound volume, adds, creates, or cancels National Distribution Center (NDC), Destination Delivery Units (DDU) or Mainline loads to ensure service expectations of product is met and trailer space is utilized correctly
• Examines and changes daily outbound schedule to ensure timely product delivery and optimal trailer utilization. Arranges customer supply/return loads as needed.
• Reviews inbound mainlines daily; tracks late arrivals and communicates with Operations to ensure efficient trailer processing upon arrival.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications- Abilities and/or Licensure

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word is required; experience with Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and freight management software is preferred
• Ability to proficiently communicate verbally and in writing using the English language

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Education • High school diploma or GED required

Minimum Experience • Two (2) years experience required in logistics or transportation environment

Other Job Description Information

Minimum Experience • Two (2) years experience required in logistics or transportation environment

Additional Information

$16.95/hour

Apply at www.fedex.com/careers

FedEx SmartPost is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans), committed to a diverse workforce