Logistics Coordinator

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats.

Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories.

For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Duties

• Coordinate, track and report all import freight movement.
• Primary liaison with import vendor and carriers.
• Provide import title status updates and support during weekly release meetings.
• Provide assistance with new account import services and set up.
• Coordinate the selection, routing and reporting of direct bindery shipments.
• Provide routing support and status updates for VAS/Work Order freight movement.
• Provide routing instructions for domestic inbound freight as requested.
• Provide transportation rates as requested.
• Administrative Back Up for Transportation
• Perform data analysis as needed.
• Perform other departmental functions as required.
• Serve as a backup coverage for 2nd shift

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification
• Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external personnel
• Ability to work efficiently in a high paced environment
• Ability to multi task: handle pressure/delegate information
• MS Office (Access/Excel intermediate skill level)
• Ability/willingness to learn internal and external Website software
• Demonstrates attention to detail: looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Consistently available to staff
• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Volunteers readily; seeking increased responsibilities; ask for and offers help when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

SCHEDULED WORK HOURS: Monday – Friday. 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.