Logistics Coordinator (Contract) - Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity

Logistics Coordinator - 2-4 month Contract 

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore - Wauwatosa, WI

Full-time - Tuesday thru Saturday - onsite

Tuesday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 4:00pm

It is a puzzle to solve everyday! Most importantly, it’s an opportunity to join an internationally recognized non-profit organization, funding affordable homeownership for families in Milwaukee. Work for the largest ReStore in Wisconsin with a collaborative team focused on diversity, inclusion and innovation. Generate revenue to fuel the mission of Habitat by procuring items to be sold to the public at discounted prices. Be a part of a culture focused on safety, engagement and humanitarianism. Exceed our customer, donor, volunteer and team expectations. Consider a career with Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity. 

Position Overview

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for communicating with donors and drivers, scheduling pick ups, and ensuring the Logistics Department runs efficiently. It is a challenge and an invitation. 

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Respond to phone calls and emails from our Donation Hotline
• Capture Donor information for all scheduled pickups
• Utilize Vonigo scheduling software to most efficiently schedule pick ups
• Provide drivers with accurate route sheets
• Communicate and problem solve with drivers throughout the day
• Perform weekly audits with drivers 
• Work with store managers to identify trends and needs of the stores 
• Timely complete projects assigned 
• Continually improve your knowledge of donor and shopper trends

Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask effectively
• Attention to detail ensuring accuracy and completeness of work
• Approaches all tasks with a sense of urgency, enthusiasm and initiative
• Strong organizational skills while adapting to ever changing situations
• Strong customer service and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office/Excel
• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years related experience required.
• Required to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and may experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k + up to 3% employer match
• Generous Paid time off + 10 paid holidays
• Casual Attire
• Employee Discount at Milwaukee ReStores
• Employee Referral Bonus

Compensation

• $16.50 an hour

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer         

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity affirms its social and legal commitment to promote an atmosphere and environment that recognizes the principle and practice of equal employment opportunity. Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status with regards to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.