"We're not in the shipping business; we're in the information business" -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
Based in Customer Location: Mountain View, CA
Job Overview
This Finished Vehicle Logistics Coordinator will support both the end-to-end strategic design and tactical execution of finished vehicle transport from upfit locations to global markets. This role bridges the gap between high-level logistics routing and the granular, day-to-day oversight of freight forwarders, steamship lines, and 3PL partners. You will ensure that Autonomous Driving Vehicles (ADVs) move through the global supply chain with precision, compliance, and cost-efficiency.
Capable of processing shipments, track and trace, working directly with the customer and other departments in harmony, while maintaining a high standard of work and delivering excellent results
Responsibilities
Partner with freight forwarders to build and refine optimal logistics routings for new and existing
international markets.
Identify optimal US and international ports based on transit times, costs, sailing frequency, and carrier
options (prioritizing vessel owners/SSLs).
Work with freight forwarder partners to evaluate and onboard warehousing 3PL/4PL solutions (origin and
in-market) to support vehicle containerization, inspections, etc.
Collect and analyze cost vs. service data to facilitate SOW and PO creation.
Enhance customer relationships by identifying and articulating areas for improvement in the overall
customer experience
Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional departments, as well as carriers, vendors, and
other service providers
Manage the execution of inland transportation from upfit centers to domestic ports, monitor vessel
schedules to align with program timelines.
Collaborate with the Fleet Deployment (FD&R) team to track vehicle readiness and synchronize truck
pickups/deliveries
Provide rigorous oversight of forwarders to ensure timely container pulls, loading, and documentation
accuracy.
Ensure VIN-level detail, including Container and Seal IDs, are accurately captured for Packing Lists and
Commercial Invoices.
Coordinate with Dangerous good teams to schedule inspections after loading but prior to document
cutoffs
Partner with Trade Compliance to resolve potential blockers and ensure all tracking numbers and delivery
documents are provided to import brokers
Maintain real-time tracking of all shipments, providing clear updates to internal stakeholders and
proactively resolving bottlenecks and suggest corrective actions as needed
Maintain knowledge of customer and company policies on all aspects of product movement
Create documented process for customers when requested - SOP/SWI creation
Support the implementation of company's culture within the team
Work towards individual and department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Stay up to date with the best practices and techniques in supply chain and proactively apply new
knowledge to improve processes
Bachelor''s degree or equivalent working experience
Experience: 3+ years in international logistics, freight forwarding, automotive supply chain management
(Finished Vehicle Logistics experience preferred).
Deep proficiency in Incoterms, ocean freight operations, and U.S. export/import regulations.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-modal shipments simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Excellent customer service skills
Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with the ability to triage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
Possesses a positive, can-do attitude
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google and Workspace
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Expeditors offers excellent benefits: