Logistics Operations III Transportation Coordinator

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Key Responsibilities

Generate and report internal metrics/KPIs. Monitor and log exceptions.

Ensure adherence to established business processes. Support development of new business processes. Develop and implement process improvement projects to increase service level performance and/or minimize costs. Project scope is straight forward and has local impact.

Ensure compliance and control to Quality standards. Process and report weekly status of in-house process control reports including in-transit cycle count inventory receiving and shipping reports.

Review inventory control reports for discrepancies and provide recommendations to management for corrective actions.

Gather data requirements for internal/external audit requests

Maintain logistic information databases and data accuracy in accordance with corporate policies.

Prepares & reviews files for import/export documents such as customs declarations (SLI) shippers letter of instruction SED (shippers export declaration) IC (import certificate) etc. required for the lawful completion of import/export activities. Ensures that commercial and sales invoices are accurate in accordance with physical shipment and customers SLI quantities value of goods country of origin and other regulatory requirements. Administers the efficient and economical movement of goods in compliance with relevant local country and international customs laws and processes.

Other Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time walking working in tight spaces bending squatting twisting kneeling reaching lifting the ability to distinguish between colors the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise and the use of hand and power tools.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer operational project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Logistics Operations III
Workday-Aligned Job Description Draft Kalispell Outbound Logistics
General Profile
Logistics Operations III is an experienced cross-functional operations role responsible for coordinating
complex outbound shipments maintaining shipment readiness visibility supporting SAP WM execution and
helping implement new logistics functions that improve standardization traceability freight planning shipment
documentation and operational handoffs across Kalispell outbound operations. The role operates with a
limited degree of supervision supports colleagues through practical process knowledge and functions as a key
connector between manufacturing engineering order management freight partners GIS and logistics
leadership.
Position Summary
This role owns and coordinates the operational flow required to move customer-facing systems revenue NSOs
shipkits LKPs parcels and freight from production readiness through shipment completion and post-shipment
documentation. The position requires strong SAP and logistics process knowledge proactive risk management
clear communication and the ability to translate ambiguous operational inputs into executable shipment plans
and sustainable logistics processes.
Functional Knowledge
Applies developed proficiency in SAP WM and outbound logistics processes including delivery notes
shipment numbers packing documentation proforma/commercial invoice support PGI coordination and
shipment reversal or exception troubleshooting.
Maintains shipment readiness data using MPP Smartsheet revenue order trackers shipping calendars
Q2C uploads and other shared logistics tools.
Uses transportation management freight quoting and logistics planning processes for freight and parcels
including systems NSOs MMS and other oversized or international shipments.
Understands crating toting NSSC Ship Services bill(s)-of-material packing lists and freight-forwarder
dependencies well enough to identify gaps before shipment execution.
Supports weekly shipment reviews scrum updates and cross-functional readiness discussions by
maintaining current shipment status risk and document visibility.
Business Expertise
Understands how outbound logistics integrates with production control manufacturing engineering
planning order management business management GIS freight forwarding TransPak (crating) and
customer-facing shipment commitments.
Recognizes the operational impact of late floor completions missing components unresolved bill-ofmaterial or packing-list gaps incomplete freight planning inputs and process disconnects between
production logistics and transportation systems.
Uses operational knowledge to help Kalispell align with broader Applied Materials logistics standards
through implementation of new logistics functions standardized shipment documentation improved
system readiness and stronger shipment traceability.
Balances customer commit dates packing/crating readiness freight carrier availability cost transit time
and escalation risk when coordinating shipments.
Leadership
Acts as a resource for team members and cross-functional partners by explaining logistics requirements
SAP constraints shipment priorities and system/process expectations.
Leads or coordinates logistics improvement workstreams such as new logistics function implementation
transportation system readiness shipment process mapping hardware and label readiness data
validation and outbound capacity/resource planning inputs.
Frames concerns and risks clearly for leadership so decisions can be made around staffing space
workload crating capacity shipment prioritization and implementation readiness.
Promotes ethical professional and quality-focused execution by documenting issues escalating risks
early and encouraging process discipline across teams.
Problem Solving
Provides solutions for atypical or infrequently occurring shipment problems by using SAP history prior
shipment records freight-forwarder information institutional knowledge and cross-functional contacts.
Troubleshoots shipment blockers related to billing blocks delivery notes SAP WM inventory status
shipment consolidation crating readiness freight-forwarder notification packing-list accuracy
label/document generation and logistics process gaps.
Identifies process weaknesses where tribal knowledge delayed production input missing bill-of-material
data manual handoffs or unclear ownership create risk then proposes structured improvements or
automation opportunities.
Converts vague shipment issues into actionable next steps owners data needs and escalation paths.
Impact
Impacts on-time shipment execution shipping documentation accuracy customer experience freight
readiness and the ability of production and order-management teams to meet commit dates.
Improves the quality and reliability of outbound operations by maintaining accurate shipment visibility
supporting documentation controls and helping reduce single points of failure in manual shipping
processes.
Supports cost and schedule outcomes by comparing freight options timing shipments to preserve delivery
dates consolidating opportunities when appropriate and reducing avoidable expediting or rework.
Influences operational readiness for ramp activity by surfacing capacity constraints staffing gaps systemreadiness risks process dependencies and implementation needs.
Interpersonal Skills
Uses clear consistent communication to exchange shipment status requirements blockers and
escalation needs with production planning BMO GIS order management freight forwarders TransPak
and leadership.
Translates between different operational languages and identifiers including opportunity numbers sales
orders purchase orders delivery notes shipment numbers slot numbers bill-of-materials packing lists
crates totes and work centers.
Builds trust with cross-functional partners by being responsive factual organized and focused on helping
others complete their part of the shipment process.
Communicates risks professionally even when issues are urgent ambiguous or cross-functional.
Core Responsibilities
Coordinate outbound shipments for customer-facing systems revenue NSOs LKPs MMS/AGS/eSR/return
shipments and other freight or parcel movements as assigned.
Develop packing lists for systems and NSOs and work with TransPak to ensure crating accuracy and
timeliness
Respond to crate orders and intercampus movement requests from multiple departments
Administer office and packaging materials through Ariba and various vendors and suppliers
Maintain revenue order tracking shipping calendars shipment status trackers and Q2C documentation for
required shipping records such as delivery notes packing lists AWBs/BOLs PODs and related shipment
evidence.
Arrange freight-forwarder engagement and pickup readiness after appropriate crating packing
documentation weight dimension and shipment approval inputs are available.
Support SAP WM shipment execution and issue resolution including delivery-note creation support
shipment number follow-up label/paperwork printing billing block or reversal coordination inventory
status checks and escalation to SAP/GIS support when needed.
Lead or materially support implementation of new logistics functions for plant 4020 including requirements
definition data readiness testing coordination permissions label/printer readiness location or handlingunit considerations handoff design and cross-functional process alignment.
Lead or materially support transportation and logistics system testing and readiness for 4020 including
script review test-data validation WM-specific scenario updates label/document questions and
coordination with project SMEs.
Develop and improve logistics request processes shipment prioritization practices NSSC consolidation
concepts shipment visibility tools and operational handoffs.
Escalate capacity resource space staffing or process-readiness concerns to leadership with practical
impact statements and proposed path-forward options.
Preferred Qualifications / Experience
Hands-on experience in logistics operations SAP WM shipment documentation freight coordination
packing/crating workflows and cross-functional manufacturing support.
Working knowledge of SAP delivery notes shipment numbers delivery flow packing/PGI dependencies
proforma/commercial invoice timing and freight-forwarder documentation requirements.
Experience with transportation/logistics platforms Smartsheet SharePoint Teams Excel and operational
data trackers.
Ability to work independently under pressure prioritize competing shipments and projects and drive clarity
when ownership or process inputs are unclear.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Success Measures
Customer-facing shipments are planned with sufficient lead time accurate shipment data and
documented readiness status.
Shipment documents and Q2C records are complete organized and retrievable.
Freight-forwarder engagement crating readiness SAP dependencies transportation-system
dependencies and logistics handoffs are identified early enough to prevent avoidable shipment misses.
Operational gaps are surfaced with clear business impact owner recommendations and next-step
options.
New logistics function implementation activities are advanced with accurate site-specific inputs and
practical validation scenarios.

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The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location hire grade job-related knowledge skills experience and with consideration of internal equity of our current team addition to a comprehensive benefits package candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program as applicable.

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