About the Role:
The Logistics & Shipping Coordinator will gather requirements, plan, package, ship, communicate, and inspect all shipments for the RainFocus onsite events. This role requires outside-the-box thinking and problem solving. It also requires great verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external personnel. Although the job is generally 9am - 5pm job, logistics never sleeps and may require work on evenings and/or weekends. This is a fast-paced, challenging job that is loaded with opportunities for success and accomplishment. This is a non-exempt role.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Internal communication with RainFocus teams to understand the needed requirement for onsite execution
- Coordinate with vendors and shipping agents
- Build and execute complex shipping plans
- Maximize usage of inventory
- Assist in tracking and managing hardware inventory
Required Experience/Skills & Attributes:
- 3-5 years experience with logistics and shipping
- Strong problem solving skills
- Understanding of U.S and International customs laws and regulations
- Communication skills that build relationships
- Strong skill set with MS Office (specifically, Excel, and Word)
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Personal Characteristics:
The best candidates for this position will need to have strong chemistry and a culture fit within RainFocus. They will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment. Additional personal qualities include:
- Team-player
- Critical-thinker
- Self-motivated
- Strong Communicator
- Hard-worker
- Loves solving problems
- Loves building relationships
Success Measures:
- All shipments are executed on time and with proper equipment
- Maintains strong relationships with vendors and shipping agents
- Receives feedback well and adjusts accordingly
- Helps define processes to ensure scalable growth and successful events