Coordinator, Logistics

The Logistics Coordinator at Avient Corporation is responsible for developing, organizing, and managing the domestic and international transportation functions for Avient facilities and warehouse locations. In addition, the individual will assist with warehouse replenishment and inventory management functions for company facilities and warehouses. In this role, you will work with the company computer system to review shipping orders and release documentation to company facilities and warehouses to ensure timely shipments. Daily interactions are required with transportation companies, all levels of company management, other employees, and customers. You will arrange transportation for both domestic and international shipments, obtain and distribute freight quotes, and prepare shipping paperwork. The Logistics Coordinator will also be responsible for unloading goods and materials received, entering information into the system, labeling and locating materials, separating customer orders, pulling and staging orders, and repacking materials if required. Additionally, you will participate in cycle counting, ensure the good working order of machines, follow safety and work regulations, and maintain departmental housekeeping standards. Furthermore, the role involves generating and monitoring vendor complaints, preparation of reporting tracking late shipments, entering laboratory-prepared sample material into inventory, performing physical inventory and/or cycle counts, and working closely with the Department Supervisor to maintain adequate levels of finished goods in company warehouses. Candidates for this position should have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline, more than 3 years of professional work experience in a similar role, and experience working for a manufacturing company managing a large number of raw materials through SAP MRP. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of supply chain, transportation, inventory control, and logistics, as well as experience in the polymer, pigments, and chemical industry. Proficiency in software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and SAP, as well as personal skills like stress management, reading/comprehension, self-motivation, time/priority management, multitasking, teamwork, and organizational skills are desired. The role may require standing and sitting for prolonged periods, talking and listening, and working in both office and manufacturing environments. As a part of Avient Corporation, you will be expected to embody the company's core behaviors of playing to win, acting customer-centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring others and yourself to achieve strategic goals, meet customer needs, and accomplish career goals.,