Logistics Coordinator

Overview The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, managing transportation activities, and maintaining accurate inventory records to support manufacturing operations and customer commitments. This role oversees freight coordination, shipment tracking, cycle counting, and inventory discrepancy resolution while identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain operations, excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to proactively manage competing priorities. This position works closely with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, Sales, suppliers, freight carriers, and management to ensure materials are available when needed, shipments arrive on time, and inventory records remain accurate. Duties Logistics, Transportation and Receiving · Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments of raw materials, components, and finished goods, including LTL, truckload, parcel, expedited, air freight, and ocean freight. · Obtain and compare freight quotes, negotiate rates when appropriate, and identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs. · Schedule pickups and deliveries, track shipments, and proactively resolve delays and transportation issues. · Receive incoming shipments and verify quantities, part numbers, condition, and documentation against purchase orders and packing lists. · Accurately record receipts in the ERP system and resolve discrepancies involving damaged, incorrect, or short-shipped materials with suppliers and carriers. · Coordinate material transfers between facilities, warehouses, suppliers, and outside processing vendors. · Maintain shipping and receiving documentation and coordinate international shipments with freight forwarders and customs brokers as needed. --- Counting and Inventory Accuracy · Perform inventory counts and document results to verify physical inventory against ERP records. · Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with Warehouse, Purchasing, and Production. · Ensure receiving, shipping, and material transfer transactions are recorded accurately and promptly. · Process inventory adjustments according to company procedures and approval requirements. · Identify inventory shortages, excess or obsolete materials, and opportunities to improve inventory control and material tracking. Qualifications Required · Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience. · Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or warehouse operations. · Experience using ERP systems and logistics portals. · Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel. · Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail and accountability. Preferred · Experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with production and material flow. · Knowledge of LTL, full truckload, parcel, and international shipping. · Experience with cycle counting, inventory discrepancy resolution, and freight rate negotiation. · Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification. · APICS or other supply chain/logistics certification. --- Key Performance Expectations · Achieve reliable, on-time in-bound and outbound deliveries. · Control freight costs and minimize avoidable transportation and storage expenses. · Complete scheduled cycle counts accurately and on time while maintaining high inventory accuracy. · Ensure timely and accurate receiving, shipping, and ERP inventory transactions. · Resolve shipment delays and inventory discrepancies promptly. · Communica…

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