Logistics Coordinator

Durr Systems, LLC•Southfield, MI

20d

About The Position

The Logistics Coordinator executes domestic and international logistics plans that support project schedules and business requirements. The role coordinates inbound shipments of raw materials and outbound shipments of capital equipment and aftermarket parts, maintains shipment information in SAP, and prepares shipping documentation. It also coordinates imports with customs brokers, including parts classification, duty-payment review, and recordkeeping; collaborates with sales and project teams on freight costs and shipping requirements; reviews and approves documents within assigned signature authority; investigates freight claims; and analyzes shipment, cost, and schedule information to optimize logistics plans and resolve issues. The coordinator attends project meetings and provides logistics updates as required. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires at least one year of experience in manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or a related environment. Strong planning, coordination, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills are important, as is the ability to adjust priorities, work independently, and handle a fast-paced project environment. Familiarity with SAP and warehouse-management systems is preferred. An associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field is also preferred. The role may require overtime, weekend, or holiday work when business needs require it. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and may be required to pass additional drug testing during employment in accordance with company policy. Employees must adhere to the policies and procedures in the employee handbook. Dürr Systems, LLC operates across the United States and supports industrial markets through planning, building, and installing paint shops and final assembly facilities, as well as providing application technologies, digital products, and coating systems. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in manufacturing, transportation, logistics, or a related environment.
Strong planning skills and ability to create and adjust transportation schedules in a dynamic, project-based environment.
Ability to coordinate effectively with project managers, plant personnel, logistics providers, customs brokers, and other stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to shipping costs, schedules, documentation, and delivery requirements.
Excellent organization, communication, and follow-through.
Ability to manage changing priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or holidays when business needs require.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and be able to pass additional drug testing during employment in accordance with company policy.
Must adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee handbook.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with SAP and warehouse-management systems.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Execute domestic and international logistics plans that support project schedules and business requirements.
Coordinate inbound shipments of raw materials and outbound shipments of capital equipment and aftermarket parts.
Maintain accurate historical, current, and future shipment information in SAP.
Prepare required documentation for domestic and international shipments.
Coordinate imports with customs brokers, including parts classification, duty-payment review, and required recordkeeping.
Collaborate with sales and project teams on freight costs, shipping terms, and logistics requirements for customer requests for proposal.
Review and approve invoices and other documents within assigned signature authority.
Investigate and resolve freight claims.
Collect and analyze shipment, cost, and schedule information to optimize logistics plans and resolve issues.
Attend project meetings and provide logistics updates as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.