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Dairy Farmers of America

Associate Logistics Coordinator

Dairy Farmers of America, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States

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GENERAL PURPOSE Support logistics planners with daily coordination activities and/or coordinate day‑to‑day inbound and outbound logistical operations of a more routine nature. This may include the planning/consolidating, scheduling, sourcing, settlement, warehousing, and transportation of products to distributors or internal/external customers in a specific geographic region or for a specific product(s). Help to ensure products are delivered at maximum efficiency, quality, and customer service. Suggest or determine economical and efficient routes and address common challenges associated with the movement/transportation of the product. Ensure all transactions are tracked and accurately recorded in the appropriate systems. Use prescribed guidelines or policies to analyze and resolve routine to moderately difficult problems. Work under guidance and direction.

LOCATION 880 Allentown Road, Lansdale, PA 19446

SCHEDULE Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:00pm

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate daily transportation activities, including dispatching, routing, and load assignments

Monitor driver progress, delivery status, and ontime performance

Communicate with drivers, warehouse teams, and customer service to resolve issues

Track equipment returns, trailer status, and dock availability

Maintain accurate records of shipments, delays, exceptions, and service failures

Support compliance by ensuring documentation is complete and accurate

Assist with scheduling pickups, deliveries, and backhauls

Provide operational support during peak periods or service disruptions

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate degree in business, logistics, supply chain, distribution management, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)

0 to 2 years of transportation, distribution, dispatching, supply chain, or related experience, applying knowledge of the motor carrier industry; knowledge of or experience with transportation management systems (TMS) preferred

Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and economics of distribution and logistics

General knowledge of regulatory requirements, rules, and regulations (DOT, GMP, USDA, OSHA, HACCP)

Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to problem solve basic to moderately difficult situations, multi-task and prioritize work activities

Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

Must be able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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