Logistics Coordinator

Aston Carter • Town of Islip, NY

2d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting daily transportation, warehousing, and import execution across multiple distribution centers. This position is responsible for scheduling trucks, tendering loads, coordinating with our 3PL partner (Americold), and ensuring accurate shipment reconciliation and visibility. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, speed, and follow-through to protect service, support OTIF performance, and maintain clean data for the broader supply chain team.

Requirements

• 2+ years in logistics coordination, dispatching, 3PL operations, or freight scheduling
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills
• Domestic logistics experience (International experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with shipment tracking and freight documentation
• High attention to detail and ownership

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Americold or major 3PL cold storage providers
• Knowledge of imports, container tracking, and CPG/frozen food distribution
• Advanced Excel skills (lookups, filters, pivots)
• Bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage all inbound and outbound truck scheduling with 3PL
• Coordinate transfers between facilities and distribution centers
• Balance loads and timing to maintain inventory availability
• Reconcile all inbound/outbound shipments from 3PL and owned warehouses
• Confirm lot movements and escalate discrepancies promptly
• Monitor transfer completions across DCs
• Flag risks early to prevent stock shortages
• Track inbound containers, drayage, and receiving at DCs
• Escalate delays and communicate recovery plans
• Analyze freight costs and carrier performance
• Identify route/mode optimization opportunities
• Maintain a simple freight analytics dashboard
• Tender loads via email and carrier portals
• Confirm dock appointments and maintain documentation
• Respond to dock questions and scheduling issues
• Maintain OTIF logs, import trackers, and shipment dashboards
• Provide concise daily logistics summaries
• Follow SOPs and identify process improvement opportunities

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees