Domestic Transportation Coordinator

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE:

YOU WILL BE:

Saks Global's Transportation Coordinator supports the Domestic Transportation team by assisting carriers, vendors and suppliers to ensure efficient movement of freight throughout the Saks Global network. Requirements include proficiency in Google Suite applications, a high level of organizational skills, TMS applications and familiarity of financial applications such as Workday.

YOU WILL DO:  

• Shipment Coordination: Oversee the logistics and order tracking for ETA requests for store supply shipments to ensure stores and DCs remain stocked with essential operating materials.

• Store Delivery & Consolidation Release Management: Manage and maintain an accurate release schedule for all transportation runs to ensure seamless pickups and deliveries. Utilize GPS systems to monitor freight movement and provide real time status updates for DC scheduling.

• KPI Reporting: Track and review weekly metrics to ensure KPI goals are being achieved.

• Invoice/Payment Monitoring: Maintain the relationship with carriers and vendors concerning freight payments. Monitor and manage carriers’ open AR reports to ensure all invoices are accurately submitted for payment. Escalate to direct manager any concerns.

YOU WILL BRING: 

• Education: A High School diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related business field is preferred.

• Experience: Candidates should have hands-on experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), have a high level of organizational and communicative skills, be self motivated and can work independently.

• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should exemplify a high level of organization and be self motivated. He/she should be able to work independently and be able to multi-task.

YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL:

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation 

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate 

• Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)

• An amazing employee discount

Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance). 

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.