Job Details
About World Group:
World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution...customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, World Distribution Services, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight.
We move the world with people who care. Our award-winning, industry-recognized culture is anchored in our people across the country, and the passion they bring to each day. We're growing - join our World Group family today!
About World Distribution Services:
World Distribution Services (WDS ) is a leading provider of creative warehouse logistics solutions. Our areas of expertise include domestic warehouse storage and fulfillment for eCommerce and retailers, cross-docking, transloading, and local and nationwide transportation services. We serve the industry proudly with a network of warehouses strategically placed across the country, experienced solutions-oriented employees, and full-service product capabilities. To learn more or to request a quote, visit our website: www.worldds.net.
About This Role:
World Distribution Services (WDS), a World Group Company, is currently looking for a dedicated person to join our family as a Logistics Coordinator for our growing warehouse operation in Virginia Beach!
The Logistics Coordinator will plan and coordinate the movement of customers' goods and merchandise through the facility and provide customer service to both internal and external customers. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, receive and process orders, create and distribute documentation
- Input data into Warehouse Management System, distributing documentation accordingly
- Provide proactive customer service and support facility operations
- Build and maintain positive relationships with customers
- Ensure all customer concerns are handled timely and accurately
- Accurately invoice all files
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience:- High School Diploma or GED required
- Previous warehouse, distribution, or 3PL experience preferred
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Customer first attitude
- Strong team player
- Experience with warehouse management systems helpful
Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of this job.
- The person in this position frequently communicates with external contacts and other employees. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
- Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment
- Occasionally position self to move materials in the warehouse up to 25lbs
- Ability to occasionally reach overhead to secure office equipment & supplies
Working Conditions:Primarily office environment with occasional time inside the warehouse environment.
Benefits/Perks:- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits package:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Financial planning
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Bonus Eligibility