Coord Regional Container Flow P&S

The Coordinator Regional Container Flow Planning & Steering supports the Supervisor Regional Container Flow Planning & Steering by executing daily empty container planning and steering activities. The Coordinator is responsible for operational execution, data accuracy, shipment creation, inventory monitoring, and cross-functional coordination. The role does not include supervisory or people-management responsibilities.

•    Daily tracking and releasing of equipment to maintain accurate inventory records.
•    Create and adjust empty shipments based on planning instructions and operational priorities.
•    Monitor inventory development and report exceptions to the Specialist.
•    Coordinate with terminals, regional operations, execution teams and network teams to support empty moves.
•    Planning and steering empty containers on vessels, barges and feeders.
•    Issue work orders for equipment repositioning by rail and truck.
•    Track overdue equipment to improve turnaround time.
•    Ensure equipment is available at the correct locations.
•    Update operational reports, dashboards and error files.
•    Analyze operational data and identify discrepancies for Supervisor review.
•    Maintain data accuracy for empty repositioning bookings and execution.
•    Support cross-functional stakeholders by providing operational information and reports.
•    Control temporary import permits and required customs documentation.
•    Handle equipment release and inventory availability inquiries.
•    Review gate-in, gate-out and transport invoices.
•    Control positioning costs and support vendor performance monitoring.
 

• Associates Degree required; Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business or Supply Chain preferred.

• 2–3 years of logistics, container planning or maritime operations experience.

• Strong analytical and coordination skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including Pivot Tables), MS Office, Qlik Sense/QlikView or similar reporting tools.

• Knowledge of shipping terminology, routings, schedules and equipment planning.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is regularly required to sit, talk and hear.  The incumbent regularly uses hands and fingers in the course of daily job duties, including the use of a personal computer. The vision requirement includes close vision. May incur mental stress due to time deadlines. May need to lift up to 15 pounds at times.