Job Description

Shipping & Receiving/Inventory Specialist

YOU MUST HAVE SHIPPING/RECEIVING EXPERIENCE AND ON YOUR RESUME.!!!!!!

Summary: The Shipping & Receiving Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the shipping and receiving operations of the organization. They play a critical role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of incoming and outgoing shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting overall logistics and supply chain activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Receiving:

· Receive incoming shipments, verify their contents and inspect for damages or discrepancies.

· Update inventory records and ensure accurate documentation of received goods.

· Coordinate with suppliers and carriers to schedule and track deliveries.

· Coordinate unloading and organization of received materials in the warehouse.

2. Shipping:

· Shop each carrier to guarantee the lowest rate.

· Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to arrange transportation.

· Generate shipping labels and documents, such as bills of lading and customs forms.

· Audit/ Monitor rate quotes and invoices

· Handle all carrier questions, & handle reconsignment and fright claims

3. Quality Control:

· Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for quality and compliance with company standards.

· Report any damaged or defective items and work to resolve issues.

4. Communication:

· Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and carriers regarding shipment status, delays, and any issues that may arise.

· Provide timely updates to teams.

5. Clear to Pay:

· Ensure quality received matches quantity on invoice.

· Verify cost per item is the same as noted on the invoice.

· Verify total on invoice matches the total in the purchase order.

· Upload appropriate spreadsheets to bookkeeping

6. Equipment Maintenance:

· Operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand tools safely and efficiently.

· Report equipment maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.