Shipping Clerk

Los Angeles CA

Description

Job description Leads and directs daily activities of the shipping department, including productivity, quality, service, and on-time delivery in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring customer requirements and organization goals are achieved. MUST know international import/ export Responsible for securing quotes for LTL and TL shipments Load planning and working with freight brokers Monitor Sales Orders for Ship and Delivery Dates. Maintain knowledge of customer routing guides Schedule and track inbound and outgoing shipments. Manage and train all warehouse personnel. Ensure orders are delivered on time to both wholesale and retail customers worldwide Must be familiar with import + export Must be able to calculate freight rates Investigate all shortages and chargebacks Assist in warehouse work Identify new carriers to provide costs savings to the organization Assess and recommend ideal shipping methods, routing of carriers to meet necessary specifications and costs. Negotiate rates with carriers. Maintain customer service logs and OSHA safety records. Requirements: 3 years' field shipping manager experience required Demonstrated understanding of consumer goods industry Able to manage time effectively Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient inventory management software like FedEx Ship and UPS Worldship. Knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus. Proficiency in Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word