Logistics Coordinator

Company Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.


Job Description

Sika is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to support the shipping, receiving, warehouse, and inventory functions at our Benicia, California production facility. This role is critical to ensuring smooth day-to-day logistics operations by maintaining accurate records, supporting inventory management, coordinating shipments, and providing SAP system support.

As part of site team, this position requires flexibility and a willingness to support activities across Logistics, Production, and Quality as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company housekeeping standards. Actively participate in and support the site's Sika SAFE Program and all safety initiatives.
• Coordinate daily shipping and receiving activities to meet operational deadlines.
• Communicate with internal departments, carriers, vendors, and customers regarding shipment schedules, pickups, deliveries, and issue resolution.
• Prepare shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Support warehouse and plant operations to ensure inbound and outbound deadlines are achieved.
• Process and complete shipment transactions in SAP accurately and on time.
• Receive raw materials, packaging supplies, and traded goods into SAP inventory.
• Provide SAP support to warehouse personnel, including label printing, document preparation, discrepancy research, and transaction troubleshooting.
• Assist leadership with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, inventory verification, and reporting.
• Maintain organized warehouse and logistics records.
• Participate in cross-functional plant activities and special projects as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience working with inventory or logistics systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid mathematical skills, including working with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational and process-related issues.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work overtime when business needs require.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequently move throughout the plant and warehouse.
• Occasionally exert up to 100 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment after training.

Preferred

• SAP experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution setting.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.