EDI Release and ASN Logistics Scheduler (MP&L)

About the Role

Picture your day: you start by confirming Finished Goods inventory aligns with customer demand. You scan overnight EDI releases, shape the day’s shipment plan, and lock in carrier capacity. As orders move, you generate ASNs the moment trucks depart and keep documentation airtight for audits. Throughout the day, you’re answering customer shortage alerts, reviewing GPIRS/AQP timing, and staying ahead of portal bulletins to keep delivery performance on track.

What You’ll Do

• Validate current Finished Goods Inventory against customer requirements and build shipment plans.
• Review customer EDI releases daily; plan loads and schedules accordingly.
• Respond to all Critical and Shortage alerts within customer systems.
• Review launch screens and GPIRS requests; confirm ship dates/quantities per AQP timing.
• Complete Add/Cancel forms; schedule additional carrier shipments per the ship plan.
• Coordinate expedited shipments when timelines demand it.
• Set up prototypes; schedule trucks, sales orders, and shippers for customer releases.
• Check ARG part availability and schedule trucks as needed.
• Monitor customer bulletins in customer web portals and act on relevant updates.
• Create Advanced Shipping Notices (ASNs) and transmit to customers immediately after departure.
• Create and disseminate routine correspondence; copy/organize printed materials.
• File correspondence and records (ASNs, EDI documents, etc.).
• Maintain daily shipping documentation for j-sox and file all required paperwork.
• Review customer delivery scorecards; submit disputes as necessary.
• Dispute freight charges when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor; others, as required.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BS or Associate degree in Business Administration preferred.

Experience

• 3+ years of material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.

Other Requirements

• Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, email) required.
• Valid driver’s license required for business travel.
• Forklift certification.
• Overtime may be required to support customer releases on an undetermined basis, including weekends and holidays.

Core Competencies & Tools

• Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Covisint, QAD, Freedom, eddl, and MP&L processes.
• Regular and predictable attendance; cooperative team orientation.
• Live the Carlex Values: Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, Integrity and Ethics.

You’re Proficient In

• Scheduling and managing production schedules
• Analytical problem solving and planning data/analysis
• Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• QAD and related ERP capabilities
• Applying a Bachelor’s-level knowledge base (degree preferred)