International Business Logistics Coordinator

USA DeBusk•Deer Park, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The International Business Logistics Coordinator manages the flow of international shipments from origin to final delivery, ensuring accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and timely resolution of shipping or customs issues. This role serves as a key liaison between vendors, carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams to keep cross-border logistics running smoothly. This role operates in a fast-paced environment that requires strong organizational skills. This opportunity is perfect if you want to make a significant impact in logistics management.

Requirements

5+ years of freight trucking and ocean experience within an international geography, preferably South America
Bilingual in Spanish (Portuguese if Brazil) for effective communication with South American partners
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage high workloads with tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document complex cases clearly, with strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology (Microsoft Office Suite, advanced skills in Excel) and AI
Ability to work both independently and within a team

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Business Administration, or related field is strongly preferred.
Certified Supply Chain Professional certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison with the operations team in temporarily importing and exporting equipment into foreign countries
Partner with 3rd party ocean freight forwarders, consignees, customs brokers, and customers
Set up and monitor door-to-door transportation via ocean, air, rail, and truck
Negotiate rates and manage freight costs; develop and maintain relationships with new and existing carriers
Collaborate and communicate with all parties involved in the shipment and receipt of products regarding shipment-related information
Confirm paperwork and shipments are in compliance with all customs requirements; process all documents in accordance with requirements
Coordinate cargo availability and arrange pickup and delivery
Finalize billing and distribute documents as required
Review daily monitoring and shipment status reports, ensure all standards are met, and proactively report non-conformities
Perform and support the RFI/RFQ process as required, ensuring all communications are prompt and content is accurate
Perform traditional freight forwarder functions including but not limited to bookings, client invoicing, and document distribution
Verify and troubleshoot any issues in shipping or customs documentation, including but not limited to Proof of Delivery (POD), Bill of Lading (BOL), and customs broker filings, to ensure shipments and processes are properly followed