Traffic and Logistics Coordinator
Backyard Products · Irving, TX
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Position: Traffic and Logistics CoordinatorLocation: 2525 Esters Blvd, Suite 100Job Id: 824# of Openings: 1The Traffic and Logistics Coordinator coordinates daily outbound shipments for 33 U.S. sales branches, selects cost‑effective carriers, and ensures timely delivery of customer orders. Manages schedules, negotiates shipping options, quotes LTL rates, approves freight invoices, and connects branches with the Dallas, TX distribution center. Optimizes truckload utilization, monitors shipment performance, maintains shipping records, and drives process improvements to reduce costs and enhance service quality.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) using Microsoft Access and generate fulfillment reports (Suggested Order Quantities) for each branch via Excel macros.Schedule and coordinate all outbound shipments from distribution centers or branch sites, ensuring customer install dates are met.Optimize truck and trailer utilization by consolidating loads, managing dock schedules, and minimizing empty miles.Coordinate cost‑effective freight solutions for full and partial shipments using Loadsmart software and LTL tools to secure optimal shipping rates.Manage communication with brokers, carriers, drivers, warehouse staff, and branch locations to ensure timely pickups, deliveries, and smooth logistics between branches and the Dallas warehouse.Review, verify, and authorize carrier invoices, freight bills, detention, and accessorial charges for payment accuracy.Support rate negotiation and spot quote activities to control freight costs.Track shipments, proactively resolve delivery delays or exceptions, and maintain accurate shipping records, carrier data, and delivery documentation.Monitor and report on transportation KPIs, including on‑time delivery, lead time, trailer utilization, and freight cost per load.Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams to meet customer delivery requirements and ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies.Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce costs and improve service.Perform additional duties as assigned.QualificationsAssociate or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (preferred).2–4 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or dispatch coordination.Knowledge of truckload (TL), Less than Truckload (LTL), and outbound shipping operations.Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or ERP shipping modules.Basic understanding of DOT and FMCSA regulations.Proficiency in Excel (creating sheets, formatting, sorting) and reporting tools for shipment and cost tracking.Need to have some type of Logistic experience to:Create Truckload / partial load quotes in Loadsmart TMS.Routing trucks based on transit from origin to destination or destinations by the most cost‑effective shipping route.Ability to calculate the space on a trailer each load would take up.Enter load information into the Excel Truckload spreadsheet.Follow up with the brokers and our branches with delivery questions or issues.Communicate back to brokers and our branches within a 24‑hour or less window with any inquiries. Also do daily checks with the brokers for shipping loads on that day to make sure they are covered and that they are going to ship.Process means approving the Truckload / partial freight invoices from the loads and emailing them to the accounting department for payment.Keep up on metrics created for the DFW location.Must be able to multitask.Load planning and scheduling efficiency.Cost awareness and freight optimization.Strong communication and problem‑solving.Time management in a fast‑paced environment.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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8pm Receiving Irving, TX Shift: 8pm-4:30am Pay: $18.00 What's the Short Version? A Receiver/Loader is required to unload and load incoming and outgoing trailers by following standard operating procedures (SOP) which may include, sorting, palletizing, and moving product. What Will You Be Doing? • Unload and load product by following standard operating procedures. • May use electric Power Jack to move pallets and/or product as needed. • Ability to work with and keep a positive, supportive attitude towards the Company, job, customers and co-workers. • Meet minimum standards and accuracy standards and delivery deadlines. • Maintain safe, neat and clean work area by adhering to SanMar safety regulations. What Are We Looking For? • High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred • Ability to read, write and have sufficient ability to identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU information • Basic math skills in counting and quantity required • Demonstrated ability to follow directions and change priorities or job duties as business needs require • Ability to work efficiently, with minimal supervision • Ability to work in high-demand, high-volume environment while meeting deadlines • Able to work both independently and within a team • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Comprehends verbal and written instructions • Essential days or overtime may be required • May need to complete and maintain SanMar's Lift Operator Certification every three years What's Our Offer? Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off. Additional Benefits: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits • 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle • Life insurance • Short/long-term disability coverage • Paid maternity/paternity leave • Pet insurance What Should You Expect? DC Warehouse (Equipment): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 60 pounds. The employee operates powered equipment requiring use of both hands as well as full range of motion of the neck, head and back. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp and perform repetitive hand, wrist and arm motions. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, kneel/squat, bend and carry. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to wear a headset covering one or both ears. Employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as a protective harness while operating equipment. Basic English literacy is required for operation of machines and necessary daily paperwork. Work environment is moderately noisy. The employee is occasionally required to work near conveyor systems. There is exposure to dust and changes in weather conditions. Work is performed under typical warehouse conditions. Potential hazards exist with regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, etc. Work environment is hectic and fast-paced. The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions.