Logistics Coordinator

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Logistics Coordinator - Ready-Mixed Concrete Delivery

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to join our team, ensuring the efficient scheduling and delivery of ready-mixed concrete to our valued customers across assigned markets. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where collaboration, precision, and proactive problem-solving are essential to delivering exceptional customer service and supporting operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the scheduling and dispatching of concrete deliveries to meet customer demands and delivery deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with Customer Service Representatives, sales teams, plant maintenance, safety personnel, and delivery professionals to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor delivery progress and address any issues promptly to minimize delays and maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, schedules, and related documentation.
• Ensure all activities comply with company safety, environmental policies, and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers to provide updates and resolve any delivery-related concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery efficiency and service quality.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience in logistics, transportation, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with multiple teams and customers.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental policies relevant to logistics and transportation.
• Proficiency in using scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and growth. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to delivering quality service to our customers. If you are organized, communicative, and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, listening, and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately transcribe orders, including complex mix designs and admixtures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of assigned geographical areas.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to interpret construction specifications and concrete mix designs.
• Familiarity with the properties, characteristics, and performance of concrete mixes, components, and additives preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members.
• Willingness to work overtime, varying shifts, and occasional Saturdays as required.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer or dispatch station.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, or reach as necessary to perform routine office and operational tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read computer screens, reports, and dispatch data accurately.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly to communicate effectively with drivers, dispatchers, and team members by phone, radio, and in person.
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels common to dispatch or plant environments.
• May occasionally be required to visit plant or yard locations, which may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, and uneven surfaces.

What We Offer:

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Interested in opportunities in other Knight's Companies locations? We're hiring across our other markets:

• Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner
• Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter
• South: Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah

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Salary Description


78,000-90,000