Logistics Coordinator

Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. As a world-class, international market leader, Wenger blends the best of big and small companies to provide the ideal size for your ideal career. The company provides a generous compensation and benefits package, wellness programs, the opportunity for development and advancement - and we wrap it up in a family-owned, small-company culture where your voice is heard, your name is known, and your impact is felt

Wenger Corporation is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our team in Owatonna, MN. As our Logistics Coordinator, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to provide an exceptional customer experience by maintaining a consistent workflow, resolving carrier-related issues, and optimizing delivery costs and service times.

It'd be great if you have:

• 2-year or 4-year college degree
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience and knowledge of the transportation industry
• Demonstrated experience in a Transportation Management System (TMS)
• DOT compliance experience

What you will do on a typical day:

• Determine mode and carrier selection of multimillion freight spend to select best cost carrier, achieve shipment profit targets for organization, and minimize transit time to customer.
• Recover Wenger losses due to shortages/damage as part of freight claims team
• Analyze shipment costs for profitability performance and adjust approach accordingly
• Resolve discrepancies in relation to tracking, freight quotes, and expediting
• Support sales and /or customers in a professional manner when questions and concerns arise
• Coordinate shipping and logistics duties to sustain the highest level of cost control and customer service for internal Wenger partners as well as customers
• Coordinate with shipping dock personnel to maintain a consistent workflow and minimize overtime
• Assist shipping dock personnel in resolving carrier related issues
• Manage contract load schedule to optimize delivery cost and service times
• Support Purchasing to ensure timely inbound deliveries to prevent scheduling disruptions
• Review freight bills for accuracy and resolves discrepancies
• Maintain records and reports related to area of responsibility
• Coordinate labor for unloading Multi Stop Truckload shipments as needed
• Recommend changes to the customer order schedule to meet delivery requirements
• Define and implement continual process improvements to maximize performance, maintain highest customer service level possible, and enhance our competitive edge

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts – HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Employee Assistance Program

Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply