Shipping Coordinator

As a Shipping Coordinator at Fortessa Tableware Solutions, your main responsibilities involve determining the best domestic carriers for daily shipments while ensuring cost efficiency. You will regularly route freight, manage shipments through our WMS system, and coordinate with various vendors to meet customer expectations. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with the Operations team to ensure timely freight handing and review routing guidelines for any exceptions.

To qualify for the Shipping Coordinator role at Fortessa Tableware Solutions, you should have at least a high school diploma and prior experience in a shipping or logistics environment is preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft Office is essential, particularly with Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong organizational and analytical skills, alongside excellent verbal and written communication abilities, will also be crucial for success in this position.

The Shipping Coordinator position at Fortessa Tableware Solutions follows a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. This consistent schedule allows you to maintain a healthy work/life balance, something we prioritize here at Fortessa.

At Fortessa Tableware Solutions, we are committed to our employees' professional growth. As a Shipping Coordinator, you'll receive opportunities to improve your skills, such as training in logistics software and continuous learning about shipping processes. Additionally, you can suggest improvements in cost efficiencies, showcasing your leadership potential and opening doors for career advancement.

A Shipping Coordinator at Fortessa Tableware Solutions can look forward to a competitive compensation package that includes benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off starting with four weeks per year, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, and an annual wellness stipend. This reflects our dedication to the well-being and financial security of our team members.

When answering this question, focus on specific roles you’ve held in shipping or logistics and the responsibilities you've undertaken. Highlight examples of how you ensured timely delivery and cost-effective routing, as these are key skills for a Shipping Coordinator at Fortessa Tableware Solutions.

To effectively answer this question, discuss your methods for time management and prioritize tasks. Provide an example of a situation where you successfully met a tight deadline, showing your ability to work under pressure, which is crucial in the Shipping Coordinator role.

Be specific about your familiarity with logistics or shipping software, such as TMS or WMS. Mention your proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, since you will likely need to analyze shipping data and manage ERP systems at Fortessa Tableware Solutions.

Explain your process for double-checking information and maintaining organized records. You might also share an example where attention to detail helped prevent shipping delays or errors, showcasing the importance of accuracy in the Shipping Coordinator position.

Discuss your experience in advocating with vendors for better rates or terms. Use examples of successful negotiations you’ve conducted in the past, highlighting negotiation skills that are vital for managing costs effectively in the Shipping Coordinator role.

Share a specific example of when you recognized a bottleneck or inefficiency and the steps you took to remedy the situation. Outline the positive result of your initiative, demonstrating your proactive approach, which aligns well with the goals at Fortessa Tableware Solutions.

Discuss any sources you use to keep abreast of shipping or logistics regulations, like industry publications, newsletters, or online courses. This question allows you to show your commitment to ongoing learning, which is important in a fast-paced environment like Fortessa Tableware Solutions.

Mention key skills such as organizational abilities, analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities. Explain why these skills are vital in maintaining efficient shipping operations and meeting customer expectations in your role at Fortessa Tableware Solutions.

Provide examples of your time management strategies when juggling various responsibilities. You might discuss using software tools or creating checklists to ensure that pressing shipments are prioritized, reflecting the need for efficiency in your role as a Shipping Coordinator.

Highlight your communication skills and methods for building relationships across departments. You may give an example that illustrates how collaboration with teams such as Operations helps facilitate timely and accurate shipping at Fortessa Tableware Solutions.