Sr. Logistics Administrator

Posted 4 Days Ago
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Yakima, WA, USA
In-Office
25-26 Hourly
Senior level
Other
The Role
Manage customer communications for shipping, backorders, and delivery updates. Coordinate deliveries to stores and jobsites, schedule shipments and freight pickups, dispatch drivers, track shipping and driver metrics, handle delivery paperwork and issues, and back up the Production and Shipping Scheduler to ensure timely, accurate shipments.
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Company Description

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in our culture. We are committed to contributing positively to the communities where we live, work and play. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.

Job Description

The Sr. Logistics Administrator manages customer communication regarding shipping inquiries, backorders, and delivery updates via phone and email. They coordinate deliveries to stores and jobsites, ensuring the fleet meets scheduled ETAs. This role tracks and reports shipping metrics and driver performance, schedules weekly shipments and freight pickups, and serves as the dispatch contact, handling paperwork and delivery issues. They communicate across departments to align priorities and serve as backup to the Production and Shipping Scheduler. The Sr. Logistics Administrator ensures timely, accurate shipments while maintaining excellent customer service and operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Respond to customer inquiries, issues, and concerns related to shipping through clear and precise communication via phone and email.
  2. Coordinate deliveries to stores and jobsites by communicating with customers and ensuring the fleet team is informed of delivery ETAs and able to meet scheduled timelines.
  3. Report customer backorders promptly to the affected customers and the appropriate sales or service team members.
  4. Monitor all backorders to ensure unshipped or undelivered units are included in the next shipment and proactively inform customers of the updated delivery status.
  5. Accurately record and document all shipping metrics, including units loaded, backorders, shortages, and overages.
  6. Communicate and coordinate effectively with other departments to ensure alignment of shipping schedules, priorities, and customer needs.
  7. Schedule weekly shipments and assign drivers to routes based on load requirements and driver classifications.
  8. Schedule truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) pickups for units, crates, and packages.
  9. Serve as the dispatch point for drivers by printing necessary paperwork, assigning proof of delivery documents, maintaining communication throughout routes, and addressing any issues that arise during deliveries.
  10. Track and monitor all driver metrics, including hours of service, safety scores, preventive vehicle maintenance, and any necessary vehicle repairs.
  11. Act as the backup to the Production and Shipping Scheduler, assisting with production and shipment scheduling and related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Education: High School Graduate/GED

Experience:

  1. 2–5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations, complemented by a background in customer service or dispatch.
  2. Preferred experience includes coordinating deliveries, managing shipment documentation, tracking key metrics, and scheduling freight pickups.
  3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, along with familiarity with shipping and logistics software.

Knowledge:

  1. Must demonstrate strong reading, writing, and basic mathematical skills necessary to perform job duties accurately.
  2. Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office, is required.
  3. Must possess solid customer service principles and excellent communication skills.
  4. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to resolving issues are essential.

Additional Information

Site Address: 3400 Tacoma St, Union Gap, WA 98903

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The US pay for this full-time position is $25.00-$26.00 per hour + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.)

 

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

 

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or [email protected]. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

 

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

 

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

 

Notice of Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

Skills Required

  • High School Graduate or GED
  • 2-5 years experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations with customer service or dispatch
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with shipping and logistics software
  • Experience coordinating deliveries, managing shipment documentation, tracking key metrics, and scheduling freight pickups
  • Strong reading, writing, and basic math skills
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to resolving issues

Cornerstone Building Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cornerstone Building Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Cornerstone Building Brands.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are emphasized, with vacation programs that recognize prior professional tenure and, in many roles, immediate usability from day one. This accessibility to time off elevates the overall value of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer match is consistently presented as a strong component of total rewards. This support for retirement savings complements base pay across roles.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on the first day for most full‑time employees, alongside EAP, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and training resources. The breadth and immediacy of eligibility are positioned as key strengths.

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What We Do

Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play. DISCLAIMER Cornerstone Building Brands’ social media channels share information about our company, our products and our people. We welcome commentary expressing all points of view – positive and negative – but reserve the right to remove posts that are off-topic, offensive, promotional or illegal or contain inappropriate language, hate speech, proprietary information, personal data or personal attacks.

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