Logistics Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or freight coordination preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in food, produce, agriculture, warehousing, or distribution environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation and logistics operations.
• Understanding of import/export documentation and customs processes.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and transportation compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with ERP, transportation management systems (TMS), or logistics software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track and trace inbound and outbound orders from origin through final delivery.
• Ensure trucks are loaded, dispatched, in transit, and delivered according to schedule.
• Monitor shipments and proactively identify and address potential delays, including weather disruptions, loading issues, traffic conditions, highway closures, and carrier-related concerns.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, and discrepancies to buyers, sales teams, warehouses, and other stakeholders.
• Schedule accurate and timely arrivals and departures of shipments.
• Assign loads to approved carriers as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between carriers, warehouses, suppliers, customs brokers, production personnel, and internal departments.
• Investigate and resolve transportation, delivery, and customs-related issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate shipment exceptions and expected delays to key stakeholders.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to ensure shipment scheduling aligns with facility capacity and operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate logistics records, spreadsheets, and transportation data.
• Enter freight costs, accessorial charges, and related transportation expenses into company systems.
• Prepare and distribute daily shipment and delivery reports.
• Update company systems with shipment details, order discrepancies, and freight information.
• Assist with identifying and onboarding new transportation carriers as needed.
• Provide backup support for other logistics team members.
• Participate in a rotating weekend coverage schedule as required.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Logistics Manager.