Cornerstone Systems
Account Coordinator- Logistics Support
Cornerstone Systems, Olive Branch, Mississippi, United States, 38654
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Account Coordinator- Logistics Support
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Cornerstone Systems .
Location: Olive Branch, MS area
Job Summary The
Account Coordinator , working with the On-site Account Coordinator and reporting to the manager of onsite operations, will provide office and on-site logistics support to our client(s) using JD Edwards software and Cornerstone Edge Software. This description outlines the general content of and requirements for performance of this job and is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Provide customer service in a dry goods shipping facility (customer location, Olive Branch MS)
Serve as Liaison between Cornerstone Systems and client(s)
Utilize customer’s and Cornerstone’s proprietary software to create optimal truck routes, dispatch truckload shipments, and track truckload deliveries
Plan freight for all truckload and LTL shipments originating at client facilities; plan and assign carriers for all truckload shipments; plan multi-stop routes, as needed
Organize the client’s current shipment orders and compare them with the client’s available material, using JD Edwards software and Microsoft Excel
Identify and schedule changes needed to the material prior to shipping; confirm pre-scheduled changes to the material prior to preset ship date
Resolve, or coordinate resolution, of all inventory control issues which impede outbound shipping from client facilities
Develop long-term relationships with carriers to provide a comprehensive service to clients
Assist and backup the On-Site Coordinator with highway truckload pricing, as needed
Promote and display Cornerstone’s Core Values: Integrity, Honesty, Respect, Loyalty, and Never Satisfied
Regular and reliable attendance required
Perform and/or assist in the optimization of routes to provide the most efficient and cost-effective transportation for the location(s)
Other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
Minimum Knowledge, Abilities And Skills
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Transportation, Logistics or related field preferred
2+ years of related work experience within the transportation or logistics industry required
Must be flexible, willing and able to travel to Cornerstone Headquarters, located near Germantown, as needed
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proven leadership skills
Cost management experience preferred, but not required
Possess a strong sense of urgency
Strong negotiating skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
Experience with JD Edwards preferred
Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Account Coordinator- Logistics Support
role at
Cornerstone Systems .
Location: Olive Branch, MS area
Job Summary The
Account Coordinator , working with the On-site Account Coordinator and reporting to the manager of onsite operations, will provide office and on-site logistics support to our client(s) using JD Edwards software and Cornerstone Edge Software. This description outlines the general content of and requirements for performance of this job and is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Provide customer service in a dry goods shipping facility (customer location, Olive Branch MS)
Serve as Liaison between Cornerstone Systems and client(s)
Utilize customer’s and Cornerstone’s proprietary software to create optimal truck routes, dispatch truckload shipments, and track truckload deliveries
Plan freight for all truckload and LTL shipments originating at client facilities; plan and assign carriers for all truckload shipments; plan multi-stop routes, as needed
Organize the client’s current shipment orders and compare them with the client’s available material, using JD Edwards software and Microsoft Excel
Identify and schedule changes needed to the material prior to shipping; confirm pre-scheduled changes to the material prior to preset ship date
Resolve, or coordinate resolution, of all inventory control issues which impede outbound shipping from client facilities
Develop long-term relationships with carriers to provide a comprehensive service to clients
Assist and backup the On-Site Coordinator with highway truckload pricing, as needed
Promote and display Cornerstone’s Core Values: Integrity, Honesty, Respect, Loyalty, and Never Satisfied
Regular and reliable attendance required
Perform and/or assist in the optimization of routes to provide the most efficient and cost-effective transportation for the location(s)
Other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
Minimum Knowledge, Abilities And Skills
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Transportation, Logistics or related field preferred
2+ years of related work experience within the transportation or logistics industry required
Must be flexible, willing and able to travel to Cornerstone Headquarters, located near Germantown, as needed
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proven leadership skills
Cost management experience preferred, but not required
Possess a strong sense of urgency
Strong negotiating skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
Experience with JD Edwards preferred
Additional Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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