Shipping Coordinator

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We're proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of "world's most award-winning distillery" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Job Description/Responsibilities

Shift: Monday-Friday

Hours: 4pm-12:30am

As the Shipping Coordinator (onsite in Jeffersonville, IN), you will manage the carrier check-in process and verify pickup information against scheduled loads. You will assign orders to forklift operators for loading and staging while coordinating workflow to meet shipping deadlines. This role ensures orders are organized, drop equipment is loaded on time, and shipments are confirmed in the Warehouse Management System (WMS). You will prepare bills of lading (BOLs), manifests, and shipping documentation while monitoring daily and monthly shipping reports. Additionally, you will track shipping discrepancies, code freight invoices, and print load plans to support efficient warehouse operations.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate outbound shipping activities using the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including inventory validation, order releases, and shipment tracking. Respond to schedule changes and resolve shipping issues to ensure efficient distribution operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory record management. Verify compliance with federal and state labeling requirements prior to shipment.
• Partner with warehouse operations to coordinate outbound appointments, support loading crews, and optimize product movement from on-site and off-site storage locations. Drive efficient workflow while meeting customer and operational expectations.
• Identify opportunities to improve distribution processes by documenting procedures, maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs), and recommending WMS enhancements. Support continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Promote a safe, compliant work environment by following company safety, food safety, quality, and environmental standards. Collaborate with leadership to support operational excellence and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications/Requirements

Must

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years successful work experience
• 2 years relevant experience in a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org and have excellent oral & written communication skills

Preferred

• Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall
• Requires experience in manufacturing software (ERP, MRP, MPS, WMS)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 25 pounds without assistance
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting
• Noise level at work station is moderate (business office with computer printers)

Culture and Benefits

Sazerac Company offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

The hourly rate for this role is $21.26 - 26.52/hr + $2/hr shift diff.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

What's Next?

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.