Transportation Coordinator II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
As a Transportation Coordinator II in Rochester, NY, you'll play an important role in that Mission by helping ensure Thermo Fisher Scientific products reach customers around the world safely, accurately and on time.
Job description
What You'll Do
In this role, you'll coordinate outbound domestic and international shipments and help manage the details that keep products moving smoothly across borders. You'll work with customers, internal teams, carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers and other logistics partners to resolve issues and deliver a high-quality customer experience.
- Coordinate outbound shipments from order receipt through delivery, with a focus on accuracy, quality and on-time execution.
- Prepare and review international shipping documentation, including packing lists, commercial invoices and bills of lading.
- Communicate with customers to resolve shipping and documentation questions or discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate shipment and order information in SAP.
- Partner with freight forwarders, customs brokers, airlines, vendors and other transportation providers.
- Support compliance with applicable import/export requirements and internal procedures.
- Identify and help resolve shipment issues, using sound judgment to keep orders moving and customers informed.
- Manage multiple priorities and a high volume of email and shipment-related communications in a fast-paced environment.
What We're Looking For
You don't need to know everything on day one. We're looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented and comfortable coordinating multiple priorities while working with customers and business partners.
Minimum qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, shipping or a related environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, solve problems and exercise good judgment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to walk, bend, stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to work in a moderate- to high-noise environment.
Experience that will help you succeed
- Experience with SAP or another ERP system.
- Microsoft Excel experience.
- Familiarity with international shipping and import/export processes.
- Knowledge of export compliance requirements.
- Experience with Hazmat/Dangerous Goods shipping.
- Previous logistics, distribution or transportation experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, transportation, shipping or a related environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, solve problems and exercise good judgment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to walk, bend, stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
- Ability to work in a moderate- to high-noise environment
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Incentive Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family Support Programs
- Commuter Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Accident Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 100,000 employees globally, Thermo Fisher provides an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through its industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. The company serves customers across healthcare, life sciences, applied markets, and pharmaceutical sectors, offering solutions that accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, and increase laboratory productivity. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher operates globally, delivering critical scientific products, services, and workflow solutions that support researchers, organizations, and companies in addressing some of the world's most pressing issues.