Logistics Coordinator

Job Description:

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating inventory control, material flow, warehouse organization, and logistics activities to support efficient manufacturing and distribution operations. This role contributes to organizational objectives by maintaining inventory accuracy, optimizing warehouse utilization, supporting operational readiness, and ensuring materials are available to meet production demands. The position serves as a key resource for inventory management, employee training, process improvement, and compliance with established inventory control and safety standards. This role plays an important part in maintaining efficient warehouse operations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.

Primary Duties:

• Coordinate daily inventory control and warehouse activities to ensure accurate material handling and inventory management.
• Train and support inventory personnel on inventory control procedures, material handling practices, system transactions, and company policies.
• Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and inventory verification activities.
• Organize warehouse layouts, storage locations, and inventory placement to maximize space utilization, accessibility, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure inventory is properly identified, labeled, stored, and maintained in designated locations.
• Monitor material flow between receiving, warehouse, production, and shipping operations to support manufacturing requirements.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with establishment and maintenance of inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring timely availability and accuracy of materials required for production.
• Analyze inventory trends and recommend adjustments to inventory levels, stocking methods, and material movement processes.
• Maintain compliance with inventory auditing standards, warehouse procedures, and operational requirements.
• Promote and enforce compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and workplace standards.
• Primary Duties May Include, But Are Not Limited To:
• Support receiving, shipping, and material handling operations as needed.
• Assist with warehouse process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production, planning, and warehouse personnel to resolve material-related issues.
• Assist with implementation of inventory management systems and process enhancements.
• Prepare inventory reports and operational metrics as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent;
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, logistics, warehouse operations, material management, supply chain operations, or a related field,
• Or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory management software, and manufacturing environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of inventory control practices, warehouse operations, and material management principles.
• Understanding of inventory accuracy, cycle counting, auditing, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience working with inventory management systems, ERP platforms, and warehouse tracking systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and support inventory and warehouse personnel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet operational deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential and Physical Functions:

• Ability to analyze inventory issues and make sound operational decisions with limited supervision.
• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate multiple inventory and logistics activities simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, production teams, and management.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and movement throughout warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to operate or work around material handling equipment and warehouse machinery safely.
• Ability to use fine and gross motor skills for inventory handling, documentation, and system transactions.
• Ability to work overtime as required to support operational demands.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Environment:

• Perform work primarily in warehouse, manufacturing, receiving, shipping, and inventory storage environments.
• Frequent exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, material handling equipment, and manufacturing operations.
• Exposure to varying seasonal temperatures, dust, noise, and industrial conditions typical of manufacturing facilities.
• Regular interaction with warehouse personnel, production employees, supervisors, and operational leadership.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Overtime and extended work hours may be required based on business needs and operational requirements.
• This role is classified as a Safety Sensitive Position, requiring heightened awareness and adherence to all safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.