Logistics & Transportation Coordinator I

Foundation Building Materials•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), the Logistics & Transportation Coordinator I serves as a central coordinator between FBM branches, purchasing teams, and logistics partners to ensure smooth and efficient transportation operations. Supporting all FBM locations, this role manages the flow of logistics information across multiple shipment modes. As a Logistics & Transportation Coordinator, you will be a key force behind the execution of smarter shipping decisions and stronger customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Experience with web-based software applications required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
Strong professional written communication skills
Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including Purchasing, Logistics, and Sales
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with a variety of technology applications
Proficiency in office productivity software including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt quickly to changing circumstances

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
transportation management system experience preferred
Experience with FBM’s ERP system, CloudSuite, preferred but not required
Microsoft Outlook and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison and point of contact for FBM Logistics-related activities and shipment workflows
Facilitate clear and consistent communication with Sales, Branch Operations, and Purchasing teams regarding shipment status, location tracking, and workflow updates
Coordinate with incumbent 3PL and transportation providers regarding shipment information, capacity, and rates
Partner with manufacturing suppliers to ensure pickup readiness and shipment accuracy
Receive shipment requests from branches, sales personnel, and purchasing teams
Ensure accurate and timely entry of all LTL and FTL shipments and quote requests into the Shipwell Transportation Management System (TMS)
Provide shipment details and updates promptly to requestors and stakeholders
Work directly with incumbent 3PL and transportation providers to secure shipping capacity
Provide real-time shipment status updates using Shipwell
Validate shipment creation data with purchasing and operations teams to ensure accuracy
Provide first-level technical and operational support for LTL and truckload shipments
Escalate second-level technical and operational issues to designated Logistics & Transportation team members
Escalate complex, high-priority, or unresolved issues to the Director of Logistics
Collaborate with Logistics & Transportation team members to ensure activities align with transportation strategy
Ensure all shipment information is accurately entered into Shipwell to support future reporting and analytics
Perform other duties as assigned to support Logistics, Transportation, and corporate objectives