Logistics Analyst / Coordinator

Description

Department: Operations / Supply Chain
Location: North Charleston, South Carolina
Reports To: Operations Manager (interim)
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
 

Position Summary

The Logistics Analyst / Coordinator is responsible for scheduling and coordinating domestic truck transportation for Mainstream Pine Products' third-party and tolling movements. This position manages shipment activity from order release through delivery confirmation, including carrier booking, pickup and delivery scheduling, shipment tracking, and coordination of bulk-product transloading into drums and totes.

The Logistics Analyst / Coordinator works closely with carriers, third-party logistics providers, transloading facilities, tolling partners, Customer Service, and plant personnel to support timely deliveries, accurate documentation, and reliable product movement. This position and the Transportation Coordinator provide reciprocal backup coverage to maintain continuity of domestic transportation operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Transportation Scheduling and Shipment Coordination

·        Schedule and coordinate domestic truck shipments for third-party, tolling, and transloading movements.

·        Book carriers and confirm equipment availability, shipment quantities, pickup requirements, and delivery appointments.

·        Track shipments from order release through delivery confirmation and maintain current shipment-status information.

·        Identify and resolve transportation delays, missed appointments, equipment availability issues, and other disruptions.

·        Communicate shipment status, schedule changes, and delivery concerns to Customer Service, Operations, and other affected stakeholders.

Transloading and Partner Coordination

·        Coordinate the transfer of bulk product into drums and totes at third-party transloading facilities and terminals.

·        Confirm transloading schedules, quantities, packaging requirements, and associated documentation.

·        Coordinate with tolling partners, transloading facilities, carriers, and plant personnel to align product availability with transportation schedules.

·        Work with logistics vendors responsible for administrative and insurance-related activities to ensure their work aligns with shipment requirements.

Documentation, Systems, and Invoice Review

·        Prepare, review, and verify shipping documents, including bills of lading and other required shipment paperwork.

·        Maintain accurate shipment, receipt, transfer, and related inventory records in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and other logistics systems.

·        Review freight and transloading invoices against agreed rates and services; identify and escalate discrepancies for resolution.

·        Maintain organized transportation records and provide shipment information needed to resolve delivery, documentation, or billing issues.

Team Support and Operational Coverage

·        Provide backup coverage for the Transportation Coordinator during vacations, absences, and periods of increased shipment activity.

·        Participate in shared on-call coverage and respond to transportation issues outside normal business hours as assigned.

·        Support other transportation modes and related logistics activities as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

·        Identify opportunities to improve scheduling, communication, documentation accuracy, and transportation execution.

·        Work collaboratively with Operations, Customer Service, plant personnel, and external logistics partners.

·        Perform other related duties as assigned.

 Work Environment

·        Work is performed primarily in an office environment at MPP's North Charleston corporate office.

·        Site visits may involve exposure to industrial operating environments, including noise, chemicals, odors, and moving equipment.

·        Adherence to applicable site safety procedures and PPE requirements is mandatory during facility visits.

·        Occasional travel to terminals and third-party partner locations is required.

Work Schedule

Full-time, on-site position, Monday through Friday. Participation in shared on-call coverage and occasional work outside normal business hours is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mainstream Pine Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Mainstream Pine Products reserves the right to modify job duties and responsibilities as business needs require, consistent with applicable law.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

·        High school diploma or GED required.

·        Associate's or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field preferred.

·        At least two years of relevant experience in truck scheduling, freight dispatch, load planning, or shipping and receiving within a manufacturing facility, chemical plant, terminal, carrier, or distributor.

·        Experience using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, transportation management system (TMS), or comparable shipping and logistics software.

·        Experience coordinating chemical, bulk-liquid, or tank-truck shipments preferred.

·        Experience with drum and tote transloading operations and with third-party logistics providers, terminals, and tolling partners preferred.

·        Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·        Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

·        Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional interaction with carriers, vendors, customers, and internal teams.

·        Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy in shipment documentation and system records.

·        Ability to manage multiple shipments, changing schedules, and competing priorities.

·        Ability to identify transportation problems, coordinate practical solutions, and escalate issues appropriately.

·        Ability to work independently while maintaining effective coordination with the operations and transportation team.

Physical Requirements

The position is performed primarily in an office environment and may require:

·        Sitting and performing computer-based work for extended periods.

·        Regular communication by telephone and email, and review of shipment documents.

·        Occasional visits to terminals, transloading facilities, and partner locations, including walking in industrial areas.

·        Wearing required PPE during facility visits, which may include safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, protective footwear, and hearing protection.

·        Performing essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.