Logistics Coordinator / Dispatcher

Work Location Manteca, CA


Position Purpose

This position is the principal point of contact for packaging materials and glass transportation coordination and scheduling. This includes communication, reporting and providing direction to internal stakeholders, carriers, glass and materials suppliers and storage facilities. The Dispatcher will drive efficiencies, lowest total landed freight while minimizing inventory and meeting service goals. Responsible for the management of systems and reporting to enable accurate and timely logistics tracking. Participates in the development and implements transportation plans and strategies that optimize inventory levels and effective operational throughput/capacity. Effectively communicates and collaborates with key cross functional internal stakeholders as well as suppliers and customers to ensure excellence in execution, performance and value.

Functional Responsibility

Essential Duties

• Manages and coordinates all deliveries of glass and materials related to bottling operations, to all Delicato and outside production facilities
• Daily dispatches to carriers, material suppliers, glass producers and receiving coordinator
• Works closely with production planning, bottling operations and procurement for any changes to the schedule or work order(s)
• Prepares & maintains on time performance records of glass and material deliveries to Delicato and outside production facilities using SAP
• Communicates all potential shortfalls & delays in glass or material availabilities due to logistics issues
• Prepares daily receiving reports from SAP
• Ensures department financial success by understanding movements in freight, inventory optimization and how it relates to role of keeping costs and complexity to a minimum
• Cross training in all roles in Logistics to communicate or react to potential issues with other departments
• Cross training with the other departments: Distribution Operations, Material Operations and freight payment process
• Assists in the investigation and resolution of receiving discrepancies or quality issues

Non-Essential Duties

*Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience of 3-5 years in warehouse and/or logistics

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in SAP system, or a similar ERP system (such as JD Edwards)
• Experience with a TMS (transportation management system) a plus
• Knowledge of State Regulations regarding logistics a plus
• Good process and systems orientation and demonstrated results
• Familiar and experienced with RF (radio frequency) and WMS (warehouse management system) environment
• Must possess high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Wine industry experience/knowledge a plus
• MS Office proficiency with advanced Excel skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize on a regular basis
• Excellent verbal and written communication essential
• Customer service focus, proactive follow through and orientation
• Ability to contribute to a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with customers, suppliers, co-workers and management

Working Conditions

Operates keyboard & mouse. Required to talk & listen. May be required to drive automotive equipment.


Working Conditions:

YES

NO


Protected Heights

X


Marked Temperature & Humidity Exposure

X


Drives Automotive Equipment


X

Exposed to Dust, Fumes and Gases

X


Close Quarters or Confined Spaces

X

Work Standards

• Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
• Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
• Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is a Non-Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $26.78 to $41.86. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.