Logistics Specialist

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do:

Customer Service. Actively answer customer calls for order fulfillment. Must be customer service focused.

Oversee and Adjust Scheduling. Oversee driver/truck scheduling to effectively balance our capabilities with demand. Schedule and company and independent drivers to deliver customer orders at each facility on a daily basis. Adjust the schedule as necessary.

Review Order Entry. Review daily order entry for completeness and accuracy for each facility. Ensure the plant has the capability to meet customer needs in a timely manner. Make adjustments as necessary.

Procure Carriers. Procure sufficient carriers to fulfill all delivery obligations.

Maintain Customer Relationships. Sustain appropriate levels of customer contact to ensure exceptional service levels. Solicit new orders/business that complements the daily logistics plan.

Communicate with Managers. Preserve proper levels of communication with construction aggregate order management group, sales manager, and operations manager.

Maintain Process Efficiencies. Maintain and improve process efficiencies. Conduct quarterly quarry reviews with Vulcan stakeholders.

Skills You'll Need:

Education. High school degree or its equivalent required. College degree preferred.

Experience. Experience that includes dispatching, customer relations, and construction/transportation is preferred.

Communication Skills. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to communicate clearly and listen carefully in an open, candid, and consistent manner.

Product Knowledge. Must display knowledge of construction materials and processes, weight and measure laws and regulations, and truck and transportation requirements and regulations. Must have ability to schedule and organize large numbers of people and equipment efficiently and quickly.

Technology Skills. Must display ability to use computers to record information. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications is a plus. Must be able to use common office tools and technology, such as a cell phone, office telephone, calculator, computer, and other electronic devices.

Time Management Skills. Must be able to maintain a positive attitude with the ability to remain calm and focused in a high stress environment.

Interpersonal Skills. Must have ability to interface with all levels of the vendor organizations and our customers' organizations.

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.