GTS Logistics Coordinator

At Alcon we are driven by our purpose to help people see brilliantly. As a GTS Logistics Coordinator you play a critical role in ensuring flawless execution of service parts order fulfillment logistics operations export compliance and customer support activities. This position supports global internal customers international affiliates field service teams and cross-functional partners to enable high service levels and operational excellence across the end-to-end service supply chain.

You will manage international and domestic shipments assist with urgent service escalations support reverse logistics workflows ensure compliance with regulatory documentation requirements and drive continuous improvement in warehouse and distribution processes. This will be an onsite position based out of our Lake Forest. Distribution Center

In this role a typical day will include:

Order Management & Customer Support

• Process and manage customer orders service parts requests and intercompany transfers using relevant ERP and planning systems.
• Perform manual order entry inbound system bookings and order confirmations with high accuracy and within required cycle times.
• Provide timely accurate responses to customer inquiries on order status availability shipping schedules and back orders.
• Maintain and distribute open order reports to affiliates and stakeholders.
• Support Urgent Down Customer Requests (UDCR) by validating urgency coordinating rapid fulfillment and escalating blockers as needed.
• Collaborate with Planning Repair Center ESC and Warehouse operations to resolve issues that affect customer experience or Fill Rate performance.

Logistics & Distribution Operations

• Coordinate international shipments ensuring compliance with carrier requirements customs rules and service-level expectations.
• Track shipments investigate exceptions/delays and proactively communicate updates to impacted stakeholders.
• Assist in reducing transportation cost-to-serve through effective mode selection consolidation opportunities and carrier engagement.

Export Compliance & Documentation

• Prepare and verify export documentation including commercial invoices packing lists HTS classifications COO statements and regulatory declarations.
• Ensure all outbound international shipments comply with U.S. export regulations (EAR) Alcon policies and destination-country import requirements.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation for controlled materials and support compliance reviews or internal audits.
• Partner with Global Trade Compliance on resolving documentation discrepancies denied-party screenings and customs-related issues.

Key Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (High School 8 years; Associate 4 years).
• Ability to read write and communicate fluently in English.
• Relocation Assistance: Not Available
• Sponsorship Available: Not Available

Key/Main requirements:

• Strong customer orientation and communication skills
• High attention to detail and organizational capability
• Ability to manage high-volume workflows with competing priorities
• Team collaboration across departments and global partners
• Problem-solving analytical thinking and continuous improvement mindset

Preferredrequirements:

• Experience in logistics supply chain customer service international shipping or related fields preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) logistics documentation and international trade fundamentals.

How to Thrive at Alcon:

• Manage your own workload and schedule while hitting your set targets.
• Build positive working relationships to achieve positive goals and business objectives.
• Balance experiencing new environments and working autonomously in a remote sales environment.
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health life retirement flexible time off for exempt associates and much more!

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