Job description

Do you want to join a 75-year young Portland based company that thinks and feels like a startup, where you will have the real ability to drive change and make a companywide impact?

Shed Rain is a family-owned consumer products company with major national retail customers like Costco, Fred Meyer, Nordstrom, Macy's, and Target and we are expanding our product lines and our Ecommerce business channels. Due to our growth and opportunities, we need to add a Logistics Coordinator who will work closely with the International Logistics Lead to ensure a smooth transition of inventory from Shed Rain’s overseas manufacturing partners to our domestic fulfillment facilities plus other responsibilities. This role reports into Shed Rain’s COO and will be based in Portland, Oregon where we work in a hybrid model (2 days in office, other days optional).

Key success factors:

• Collaborative team player – This role works closely with several areas both within and outside of Shed Rain and it’s key to be effective and solution focused in working with these partners.
• Detailed and accurate – Accuracy is critical in order to make sure we are receiving exactly what was ordered.
• Problem Solver – Every day is different and brings new challenges. You like challenges and finding solutions.
• Continuous improvement / process focused – This is key for all roles in Operations so we can strive to work smarter vs. harder with a focus on lean processes where we can simplify, streamline, and scale our practices.

Daily Activities Include (but are not limited to):

• Communicate with factories regarding the on-time release of goods to the Forwarder(s)/ports.
• Communicate with freight forwarder(s) to coordinate bookings and cargo deliveries from the factories to the ports and release of dedicated containers to the factories. Adjust shipments when there are changes to the bookings.
• Validate data on the PO(s) for accuracy, for each ‘booking’ requires a detailed audit/review and update PO(s) in our ERP with any approved changes and send to the factories.
• Once cargo has delivered and sailing schedule(s) are provided from the Carriers through the Forwarders, the ship dates, and ETAs are to be revised in our ERP system.
• Maintain the inbound calendars and update the status of the shipments for visibility for Planning, Sales and Inventory Mgt.
• Coordinate with Customs Entry Brokers to ensure clearance/release of goods once the shipments reach the US ports.
• Ensure receipts from “receiving” warehouse match 100% with the official documentation from the factories. Any discrepancies are reviewed and resolved.
• Gather International Air and Ocean Freight quotes and advise the best options for Shed Rain on how to proceed with the requested shipping method.
• Maintain open and collaborative dialogue with other Shed Rain functions to coordinate activities and improve end-to-end supply chain visibility, performance, and productivity.
• Provide early, proactive communication with internal customers (Sales, Order Processing, and Inventory Mgt.) to eliminate surprises.
• Stay abreast of market conditions (ocean freight, domestic drayage/trucking, international airfreight) and best practices to develop and execute strategies to flow product in the most economical manner.
• Contribute to other company projects and initiatives, as needed.

Behaviors needed for this role:

• Able to work as part of a team and individually
• Able to thrive in a highly dynamic fast paced environment and deal easily with ambiguity
• Positive, forward thinker who embraces change
• Highly proactive, and likes to get the job done
• Strong customer service acumen
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, accuracy and a “can-do” attitude

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years commercial management logistics experience
• At least 3 years of working with an ERP
• Fluency with Microsoft Office365 (especially Outlook, Excel, and Teams)
• Familiar with Shipping Documentation and customs clearance in the US (things like B/L, AWB, Incoterms, CoO, etc.)
• Associates degree required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Previous experience with warehousing, order fulfilment, and shipping (freight forwarding)
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with good use of English

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Regularly updating our CV-19 protocols. Currently there are no mandated requirements. Also, local employees work from the office on Tues and Thurs and have the option to work remote other days.

Application Question(s):

• Do you live in the Portland, OR metro area?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Logistics: 3 years (Required)
• ERP systems: 3 years (Required)
• MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams): 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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