At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

We are seeking a Yard Coordinator to organize the activities of drivers and yard associates across the DC3 location. This role will work closely with leadership to ensure trailer availability and status tracking is accurately tracked to ensure the warehouse operation will flow efficiently.  This is a growing role and as we grow there will be further duties assigned to this role.  

A day in the office looks like this:  

• Synchronizing operations in the yard with those in the warehouse; optimizing proper flow of trailer movement within the DC3 campus  
• Maintaining an accurate YMS consisting of trailers and inventory storage trailers at various stages within the campus  
• Coordinating with Leadership to ensure trailers are moved both into warehouse doors and between the off-site locations to ensure trailers are available for the operation  
• Assigning drivers and hostlers the direction on the movement of equipment both on the yard and between locations  
• Communicate with leadership to ensure proper trailer pools are maintained for operational needs  
• Support operational leadership with reporting 

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Previous experience working within a WMS or YMS system  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel is a must   
• Professional phone etiquette   
• Ability to read, write and speak English 

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience, and bonus eligible
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
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