Logistics Coordinator

Position Purpose: The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the movement of inbound and outbound materials to support production and customer delivery requirements. This position serves as a key link between production, customer service, warehouses, carriers, and customers to ensure products are shipped accurately, cost-effectively, and on time. The role also supports inventory accuracy, transportation troubleshooting, documentation compliance, and plant administrative activities to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations. Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Review customer orders, production schedules, and inventory availability to coordinate outbound shipment plans. Coordinate with carriers, customer service, production, and shipping personnel to schedule pickups and deliveries and ensure customer requirements are met. Monitor shipment status, track freight movement, and proactively communicate delays, missed pickups, or service concerns. Prepare and maintain shipping documentation including bills of lading, shipping labels, carrier paperwork, and customer portal uploads. Maintain accurate transportation records and ensure documentation is completed and filed in accordance with company and customer requirements. Assist with freight quoting, carrier selection, and transportation cost tracking as needed. Support inventory and warehouse activities by coordinating product availability and shipment readiness. Work with internal departments to resolve order discrepancies, damaged shipments, delivery issues, and other logistics-related concerns. Analyze shipping trends and identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, efficiency, and customer service. Provide administrative support to plant leadership as needed, including reporting and coordination of special projects. Ensure compliance with company safety policies, PPE requirements, and applicable transportation regulations. Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives. Education, Skills and Abilities: Associates degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, customer service, or supply chain operations preferred. Strong computer proficiency, including intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. SAP or ERP system experience preferred. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage changing deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments preferred. APICS certification or related supply chain certification is a plus. Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK® Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF® Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE® PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge® SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge® Heat Transfer Fluid. This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits Company-matching 401(k) plan Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits Company-paid identity theft insurance Company-paid disability Flexible spending and health savings accounts Company-paid employee assistance program Paid time off and paid holidays Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr