Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator - Third Shift

Location: Columbus, OH 43218
 Schedule: Third Shift / Overnight
 Employment Type: Contract
 Pay: Competitive hourly rate, DOE
 Openings: 2

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a rapidly growing transportation and logistics organization that provides technology-driven freight and supply chain solutions to customers across the country.

The company operates in a fast-paced, high-volume logistics environment and is adding two Logistics Coordinators to its overnight operations team in Columbus.

This is a fully onsite opportunity ideal for someone who is comfortable working overnight, monitoring time-sensitive shipments, communicating with drivers and internal teams, and quickly addressing issues that could impact pickups or deliveries.

Available Overnight Shifts

Two contractors will be hired for third-shift coverage:

* 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM
* 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM

The operation runs Monday through Sunday. Candidates must be comfortable with overnight hours and working weekends based on their assigned schedule.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and monitor carrier shipments to support on-time pickups and deliveries
• Monitor inbound and outbound load movements using internal tracking systems and transportation tools
• Maintain communication with carriers, drivers, shippers, and internal operations teams
• Identify shipment delays, missed pickups, delivery issues, or other exceptions and escalate appropriately
• Provide timely shipment status updates and assist with resolving transportation issues
• Review and update shipment documentation, including purchase orders, bills of lading, invoices, and related records
• Maintain accurate shipment information within internal systems
• Collaborate with operations and dispatch teams to keep shipments moving efficiently
• Follow established procedures for shipment tracking, communication, scheduling, and escalation
• Provide dependable overnight coverage in a fast-paced logistics environment