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Logistics Coordinator

Murphy Road Recycling

Murphy Road Recycling LLC is dedicated to staying at the forefront of recycling and waste solutions. We are innovating every step of the way. From building the largest state-of-the-art recycling facility in the country and powering our buildings with solar energy, we are committed to you, our communities, and the planet.

Our story started with a single truck. In 1974, founder Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, started Somers Sanitation - named after our hometown of Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of family and a dedicated team of professionals are leading our company into the future. While our fleet, facilities, services, and family have all grown, we take pride in continuing to operate our business based on the fundamental principle that has guided us since the beginning - to provide exceptional service and innovation to the communities and people we serve. Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward to remain at the forefront of sustainability.

Some see waste. We see possibilities.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to help facilitate the detailed operations of our freight brokerage and manage approximately 200 truckloads per day. The role involves coordinating the transportation of loads of construction debris, trash, paper, plastic, and metal from regional hubs in CT, RI, MA, and NY to various states, including PA, Ohio, and VA. The ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and excellent communication abilities to ensure a smooth and efficient transport process, as well as have 3PL/Freight brokerage experience. This schedule includes Monday-Friday with a start time of 7:00 am and possible Saturday work.

Your Role:

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and carriers to ensure smoother transportation of materials.
• Conduct thorough screening and due diligence of carriers, including verifying their operational capability, insurance coverage, and safety records, to ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality.
• Negotiate rates and contracts with carriers to secure cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate the movement of freight, including scheduling pickups and deliveries.
• Responsible for tracking shipments and maintaining accurate records.
• Establish flexibility when faced with deadlines and challenges.
• Provide exceptional service by addressing inquiries and resolving any issues that may arise.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize the supply chain processes and improve efficiency.
• Ability to be flexible and work extended hours as required
• Stay up to date with industry trends and market conditions to identify new customers and carriers.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, and punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Your Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate off-hours transportation needs
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Intermediate understanding of MS Office 365 and general computer skills - willingness to learn new technologies
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively

Requirements:

• High School education or GED is required; an associate's degree is preferred.
• Prior logistics experience
• Driver's License

Physical Demands:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely.
• This position requires on-site presence at our Enfield, CT, location, and remote work arrangements are unavailable for this role.
• Local travel
• Clarity of vision

Murphy Road Recycling, LLC EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.