Logistics Coordinator

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Greenwood Associates Inc. is a family owned and operated distributor of natural fruit and vegetable juice concentrates, purees, and essential oils, proudly serving the food and beverage industry since 1974. With over 50 years of experience, Greenwood provides high quality products, custom blending, packaging, and logistics solutions to customers across North America. Rooted in strong relationships and a people first culture, Greenwood values teamwork, accountability, and long-term growth. As a stable, multi generation business, we empower employees to make an impact, build lasting partnerships, and grow their careers in an environment that values integrity and collaboration.


Reporting to the Logistics Manager. A Logistics Team Member responsible for working with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and carriers to support logistics and sales functions to optimize product flow across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate and coordinate with internal teams and external partners to process shipments and ensure timely receipt/delivery of goods; record, report, and help resolve shipment discrepancies and errors.
• Review inbound/outbound documentation for damage, shortages, and accuracy; enter and maintain shipment information in the ERP system (Deacom).
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documents are filed/stored in designated locations per process requirements.
• Enter logistics dispatch orders and verify shipments in the ERP system (sales, logistics, and inventory modules).
• Monitor, track, and trace shipments using reports; update shipment status and enter carrier KPI information in the ERP system as needed.
• Partner with Logistics Coordinators and Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) to obtain freight quotes, provide tracking updates, and support intra-company transfer requests with inventory/purchasing.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer-service orientation, professionalism, and strong interpersonal/relationship management skills.
• Positive, motivated, and accountable; demonstrates initiative, a desire to learn, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent written and verbal business communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, time management, basic math, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new processes, procedures, and business systems.
• Ability to understand and follow food safety principles and basic food science concepts, as applicable to the role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Inventory management experience.
• Working knowledge of supply chain concepts, common obstacles, and practical solutions.
• 1-2 years of logistics, shipping/receiving, or transportation coordination experience.
• Experience with carrier/3PL portals, appointment scheduling, and shipping documents

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Continually able to reach overhead, bend, squat and kneel.
• Able to safely lift boxes up to 55 pounds.
• Bending / Twisting / Reaching
• Squatting / Kneeling
• Repetitive movement - keyboard

Benefits Offered:

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Accident/Critical Illness Insurance

Generous PTO Accrual

Paid Holidays

Salary Description


$22.00-$25.00/hour