Import Coordinator

Job purposeTo coordinate import and transportation activities related to break bulk and container cargoes arrival and departing at various North American ports in support of SSAB's internal and external customers and departmental and company goals.Duties and responsibilitiesReceive, review, and manage shipment documentation for cargoes arriving North American ports and terminalsReview, prepare, and upload inventory files for arriving cargoesIdentify equipment capacity needs for planned modes of transportationCoordinate customs clearance of import and, if applicable, export cargoesPlan and coordinate arrival and discharge of cargoes with appropriate port or terminal personnel Maintain port, consignee, ship-to, and carrier information in applicable systems; to include, maintaining rates for all port activities and for each carrier and origindestination pairArrange transportation of material from ports to end customers, processors, or warehouses; to include, arranging and distributing all pre- and post- shipping documentation as requiredMonitor port andor transportation activities to ensure progress as planned; to include, following up with carriers for problem shipment resolution Expedite shipments from port as requested by sales andor customers, and monitor shipment issues and apprise affected internal and external customersMonitor rail shipment waybills for accuracy and ensure cars are secured according to applicable AAR OTLR loading figure; to include monitoring railroad pipeline reports to ensure adequate empty railcar equipment supplyQualificationsRequired Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field from an accredited College or University, or an equivalent combination of education & experience5+ years of experience performing logistical duties in a productionmanufacturing settingExceptional verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, extremely organizedExcellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); to include, standard logistics softwareMust be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer serviceAbility to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practicesStrong analytical skills, exceptional judgment, dependable, excellent teamwork skills, good time management skills, able to delegate, creative, problem-solving, hardworking & persistent, professional competence, proactiveMaintains good public relations by displaying an attitude of dedication, courtesy and professional competence that will be recognized as such by customersCurrentactive driver's licenseWorking conditionsOccasional travel for meetings, trainings, seminars, and conferences may be required

Created: 2025-02-21