Commodities Coordinator

Job Title: Commodities CoordinatorLocation: Remote - USASupervisor: Sr. Manager of CommodityDepartment Name: Recycle and ReusePosition Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt OverviewThe Commodities Coordinator is responsible for operating as account manager handling the coordination, execution and tracking of inbound and outbound recycling shipments for a select list of customer locations. The role reports to the Senior Manager of Commodity and works with the entire Recycling Team to provide solutions that support Rubicon Triple Bottom Line (people, planet, and profit).Key Responsibilities Daily planning of outbound shipments for selected facilities and suppliersManage transportation events to ensure manufacturing, supplier, and customer satisfactionEnsure carrier receipt and response of daily dispatchingManage carrier trailer pools at selected facilities and suppliersTrack shipments and hold carriers accountable to on-time pick-up and deliveryWork in multiple different ERP systems to track shipmentsDaily communication with internal/external customers and carriers via call tree/email/phone calls to recyclers or suppliersIdentify and execute continuous improvement opportunitiesSupport strategic sourcing efforts to optimize the carrier baseAnalyze current structure and processes of department to advocate for positive growth and changeAchieve financial and performance annual goals and objectivesEnsure all data entered into Rubicon Systems is accurate, reliable and backed up with any and all information neededMust be able to hit weekly and monthly metrics for specific book of businessQualificationsBachelor’s degree2+ years of customer support or client service experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on e-mail etiquette and active listeningCustomer oriented and ability to adapt/respond to different types of charactersDemonstrated ability to work well as part of a teamProficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft OutlookAbility to learn quicklyStrong analytical skillsAbility to quickly analyze problem situations and make fact-based decisionsProven skills to set priorities, achieve deadlines, and manage multiple tasks at the same timeAccuracy and attention to detailTask oriented with strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as requiredAbility to travel, less than 5% travel neededKnowledge of industry equipment rental, sales, setupsKnowledge of metal recycling market: processes, vendor relationships throughout the US, and rebate pricing structures Physical Demands and Working EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job in a home office setting, the employee is regularly required to work on a computer for extended periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functionsTo facilitate working from home, and as a requirement for this role, candidates must provide their own eligible, high speed internet access with sufficient bandwidth to execute all job functions. Company laptop will be providedBenefitsHealthcare Benefits: Fully paid medical premiums for all full-time employees and their dependents401(K) with employer match after 90 days of employmentMaternity/Paternity Leave Policy: Rubicon provides paid maternity leave based on years of service, as well as paid paternity leaveGenerous PTO: Generous paid time off is granted to employees (with proper approvals), with a minimum of 12 days off in your first year of employment plus 11 paid company holidays per year4 Day Weekends for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s DayInclusion & Diversity Affinity Groups to support belongingAbout Rubicon Rubicon Technologies (NYSE: RBT) is a leading provider of software-based waste, recycling, and fleet operations products for businesses and governments worldwide. Striving to create a new industry standard by using technology to drive environmental innovation, the company helps turn businesses into more sustainable enterprises, and neighborhoods into greener and smarter places to live and work. Rubicon’s mission is to end waste. It helps its partners find economic value in their waste streams and confidently execute on their sustainability goals. To learn more, visit rubicon.com.Rubicon is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We also maintain a Drug-Free Workplace.Rubicon is committed to sustainability and will rely on all employees to serve as an advocate for ESG both internally and externally to help grow the Company’s ESG objectives.Environment: Contribute, measurably, to Rubicon’s carbon reduction goal and circular economy effortsSocial: Support Rubicon’s efforts to cultivate/promote racial and gender equityGovernance: Advance Rubicon’s commitment to best-in-class governance practices