Hunt Forest Products Hiring for Traffic and Logistics Coordinator at Ruston, LA Full Time

Hunt Forest Products is searching for an exceptional Traffic and Logistics Coordinator who will plan, direct, and coordinate purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting, customer service, and planning services to distribute our products across the U.S.

The ideal candidate should be ready to hit the ground running and have a working knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, production processes, quality control, costs, and additional techniques for maximizing the distribution of products.

Responsibilities

• Travel to the company’s warehouses and inventory outlets to assess and streamline operations
• Analyze and optimize the company’s logistics process
• Ensure shipping methods comply with local, state, federal, and international regulations
• Manage material acquisition, including raw materials
• Negotiate with suppliers, retailers, and delivery operators
• Regularly communicate with customers to understand their supply needs
• Coordinate allocation of product for inventory to keep warehouse capacity at optimal levels
• Coordinate shipments for delivery, including managing necessary personnel, to maximize efficiency and profitability
• Promptly resolve shipment and inventory issues as they arise
• Process freight claims and billing
• Ensure the flow of raw materials and final products from suppliers to retailers and customers
• Manage orders and coordinate stock of materials and equipment to ensure all needs are satisfied

Education and/or Experience

• BSc/BA in business administration, supply chain management or relevant field
• 1-2 years of experience in a logistics support role
• Passion for safety initiatives and exceptional safety record
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays if needed

Skills

• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes
• Proven experience as logistics coordinator
• Experience in customer service will be appreciated
• Customer service-oriented
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Negotiation abilities
• Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP)
• Outstanding organizational and coordination abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills