Logistics Coordinator

Job Summary

POSITION PURPOSE: The Logistics Coordinator coordinates outbound shipments, maintains accurate shipping information, and works with carriers, drivers, customer service, and accounting to support timely and accurate deliveries. This role manages domestic and international shipping activities, tracks shipment status, and helps resolve delivery issues.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Job Function

• Schedule and coordinate outbound shipments to meet customer requirements and shipping deadlines.
• Submit and coordinate international shipments, including required shipping documentation.
• Develop and maintain proficiency in MIE Trak to enter, update, and retrieve shipment information.
• Work with customer service and accounting to track shipments and communicate shipping updates.
• Schedule UPS shipments and maintain accurate shipment details and tracking information.
• Contact less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers to coordinate scheduled loads, pickup times, and shipment requirements.
• Prepare and submit advance shipping notices (ASNs) for customers who require them.
• Verify shipment details and load numbers with outbound drivers before dispatch.
• Maintain accurate shipping records, bills of lading, and other required shipment documentation.
• Monitor shipment progress and coordinate resolution of delays, missed pickups, or delivery discrepancies
• Communicate changes in pickup schedules, shipment status, or delivery timing to the appropriate teams.
• Coordinate with shipping personnel to confirm orders are ready for scheduled carrier pickups.
• Review shipment information for accuracy and help resolve documentation or tracking discrepancies.
• Follow applicable shipping procedures, customer requirements, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Management.

Required Skills

• Minimum of high school diploma, with an Associate or Technical degree/certificate from a Junior College or Technical School preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the logistics industry a must.
• Must be able to work from written or verbal instructions.
• Previous shipping and/or receiving experience preferred.
• Experience with MIE trak a plus