Shipping and Receiving Coordinator
East Saint Louis, IL - USA
Job Summary
Sensient is growing rapidly! Due to this growth we are seeking a Traffic Coordinator to join our team. This exciting role is responsible for coordinating daily shipping operations to ensure customer orders are processed accurately efficiently and on time. This role works closely with warehouse customer service and transportation teams to support operational goals maintain inventory accuracy and ensure compliance with company and customer requirements.
What Youll Do:
- Coordinate daily outbound shipments including parcel LTL FTL and international orders. Schedule carriers and manage transportation appointments to meet customer delivery requirements.
- Verify shipping documentation including bills of lading (BOLs) packing slips labels and certificates of analysis (COAs).
- Ensure all customer orders are picked packed staged and shipped accurately and on schedule. Communicate shipment status delays and transportation issues to internal teams and customers as needed.
- Monitor shipping queues and prioritize orders based on delivery schedules and operational needs. Maintain accurate records in all warehouse platforms.
- Investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies damages shortages and carrier issues. Support inventory accuracy through proper transaction processing and shipment verification.
- Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure staging lanes dock area and shipping supplies remain organized and compliant. Ensure compliance with GMP safety quality and transportation regulations. Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency cost reduction and service improvements.
What Youll Bring:
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred with 2 years of experience in shipping logistics warehouse or supply chain operations preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office especially Excel and Outlook.
- Knowledge of transportation methods including parcel LTL FTL and international shipping preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
What Youll Get:
- Career growth opportunities in operations engineering supply chain and planning
- Structured training and professional development in areas like Six Sigma GMP HACCP automation and project management
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Support from a global company with well-established resources
ABOUT SENSIENT COLORS:
Sensient Color Group is a leading developer producer and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Companys high-performance products play a central role in the manufacture of foods and beverages cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings and colors for agricultural uses household cleaners and paper products. The Color Group is located in St. Louis Missouri.
The range of pay for this position is $22.00-26.00 per hour USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors which may include but are not limited to education work experience specialized training and labor market addition to salary Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.
ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors flavors and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Companys customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the worlds best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee Wisconsin.
As a dynamic and diversified global leader we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information visit our website
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About Company
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, colors, natural ... View more