Ocean State Job Lot

2nd. shift, FT Transportation Operation Clerk: Monday - Friday: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Ocean State Job Lot  •  $18 - $19/hr  •  North Kingstown, RI (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” or the “Company”) is a dynamic $850+ million general merchandise retailer with a strong foothold across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With over 160 stores currently and ambitious plans to reach 180 locations, OSJL offers exciting opportunities for growth and contribution. We are an opportunity-driven retailer owning over 50% of our operating locations, totaling 8 million square feet, demonstrating our stability and long-term vision. At OSJL, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers while driving positive change and a more responsible future for retail within our communities.

The Transportation Operations Clerk role within the Distribution Center (“DC”) of Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” and “Company”) is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of transportation and logistics documents, support of dispatch and drivers, shipping and planning operations, carrier appointment scheduling, inbound planning, as well as inbound freight scheduling. This role works closely with transportation operations, vendors, DC operations, retail stores, and buyers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain regular and effective communication with buyers, replenishment, DC operations, vendors, carriers, and transportation leadership.
  • Utilize extensive telephone contact with vendors, off-site carriers, and freight brokers to ensure accurate and timely processing of freight.
  • Accurately and efficiently coordinate inbound freight, including tendering, tracking, and managing vendor ready-to-ship work and appointments.
  • Schedule and track/trace inbound, delivery, and import container freight.
  • Assist in maintaining all transportation databases, including, but not limited to, fleet trip and driver records.
  • Interact and communicate with merchandise vendors and outside logistics service providers.
  • Compile carrier scorecards and key performance indicator information.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required; an Associate's degree in a related field is preferred.
  • 1 or more years of experience in transportation, logistics, routing, or scheduling is preferred.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google platform (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).

Work Environment:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the role is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions as well as a warehouse environment. The warehouse environment is characterized by temperature extremes, noise, movement of conveyors and equipment, fumes or airborne particles, electrical components and other conditions associated with the operation of a high volume distribution center.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Leadership has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

OSJL Featured Total Rewards & Perks:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, and much more.
  • 401K Program
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Associate Store 30% Discounts
  • Enjoy complimentary access to OSJL-owned vacation properties, along with discounted gym memberships and 20% off at OSJL affiliated restaurants.
  • Free lunch Fridays

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Leadership has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

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The salary range for this position is between $18.00 to $19.00/hour.

Salary varies depending on experience.

Ocean State Job Lot

About Ocean State Job Lot

Ocean State Job Lot is the Northeast's largest, privately held, closeout retail chain with over 170 stores across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic; approximately 5,600 associates; and annual sales exceeding $850 million. Since our founding in 1977, we've been helping shoppers buy a lot more of the useful things they need for a lot less of their hard-earned money. We sell an ever-changing array of household goods, apparel, pet supplies, kitchen pantry staples, and seasonal products (such as holiday, gardening, and pool supplies) at a fraction of their typical price.

Ocean State Job Lot is committed to being a progressive company where we put people first. We value our diverse team of associates and continually seek opportunities to strengthen the communities we serve. We promote a positive work-life balance, offering many resources to help our associates with all aspects of their well-being. We also offer a flexible workplace that offers many hybrid roles throughout our corporate departments.

The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation has a long history of philanthropic leadership, placing emphasis on assisting people in need, including children, veterans and military, those who are homeless, and those struggling with food insecurity; aiding animal rescues, shelters and welfare organizations; and providing support for healthcare programs and services.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
Year Founded
1977
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