Logistics Coordinator I

Kenco Logistics Job Opportunity

At Kenco Logistics, you're more than just a team memberyou're part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forwardone shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Logistics Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating all aspects of inbound/outbound, planning, and distribution processes for shipment. This position may also be responsible for a specialized area within inbound/outbound, customer service, returns, and inventory tracking.

Functions

• Oversee the assigned inbound and/or outbound processes required by the customer and ensure proper workloads are provided to floor associates where applicable.
• Maintain/manage appropriate item inventory levels and report to proper customer and leadership members
• Serve as the key Customer Service Representative and acts as a central communication hub between customers, site personnel, third-party carriers/planners, and internal network drivers if customer has integration.
• Receive order requests, identify availability, and prepare for shipment
• Performs site level responsibilities for daily load planning, routing, and coordinating of requests (Inbound and/or Outbound) using warehouse and transportation management systems
• Communicate with customer team members regarding inventory, sales force requirements, and scheduling of deliveries
• Assures that all special customer requirements are actioned; enters proper information into the workflow schedule
• Assist with Logistics Coordinator II duties as requested
• May perform product functionality checks to ensure outbound items are cleaned and in proper working condition
• May attend regional deliveries to validate processes and manage customer service expectations
• May provide direction to clerks regarding internal issues as well as customer concerns
• May administer all Safety Resource Officer (SRO) trainings to new clerks and leads as necessary
• Other applicable duties as assigned by management, including some Warehouse Clerk responsibilities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in warehousing or DOT related environment required
• Performs general administrative duties including but not limited to data entry, filing, and telephone/email correspondence
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism

Competencies

• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.

Benefits Offered

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days

Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company. Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.