Supply Chain Coordinator / Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Toledo, OH that is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator/Specialist responsible for communicating shipment status and shipment accessorial changes between the Logistics Team, Plant Shipping Leads, and Carrier Partners.

Responsibilities:
* Review suspended carrier invoices and provide resolution and approval to carrier partners; Review detention and other accessorial charge requests and get authorization key stakeholders; Provide payment status to carrier's and give feedback on aging invoices
* Review planned shipments for plants from pickup to point of delivery and resolve any problems for plants and carriers' partners around appointment setting, contact information, rating, missed pickups, and missed deliveries
* Communicate with the Logistics Team and direct Managers daily to escalate issues; Loads requiring recovery, spot quote shipments, critical or urgent issues on shipments or site needs, etc.
* Track & trace shipments, manage and report on various measurables in the TMS including, but not limited to carrier tender rejections, late delivery and pick-up, late delivery reason codes, load updates from carriers, critical customer lists, and others as needed
* Maintain TMS data integrity, error corrections, template updates, rate and carrier management within the TMS and other administrative functions within the TMS
* Assist in executing and communicating carrier scorecard data results for the carriers
* Maintain location database
* Communicate weekly Fuel Surcharge updates; Monitor freight invoices for fuel cost discrepancies and research as needed
* Provide TMS training to new carriers and site users; develop and maintain SOP's that pertain to TMS training; Assist in TMS implementation

REQUIREMENTS:
* Associate's degree, or High School diploma/GED and 3 years of experience
* 2+ years of customer service experience
* 2+ years of Transportation or Load Planning experience
* 1+ years of business analytics experience
* 1+ years of freight audit experience
* Intermediate analytical skills/experience
* Intermediate skill level with MS Office; required Excel and Word
* Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Intermediate PC skills including spreadsheets, word-processing and database management
* Results-oriented, have a sense of urgency, driven to succeed
* Excellent communication skills
* Self-motivated
* Excellent verbal, written, negotiation and organizational skills
* Strong prioritization, planning, and reporting competency

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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