Sr. Logistics coordinator

Job Title: Logistics coordinator Sr.staff

Contract Period: 1yr.

Working Location: Duluth, GA 30096

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:30 PM

Job Summary

This role is responsible for end-to-end logistics operations across Ocean Import, Ocean Export, US Drayage, and Air Freight. The position manages customer communication, coordinates with carriers, forwarders, and drayage vendors, and oversees freight cost/billing accuracy to ensure smooth and reliable logistics execution for key accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Ocean Import: Manage shipping schedules, review B/L and customs documentation, track inbound cargo, and resolve issues through timely customer communication
• Ocean Export: Process bookings, prepare and review shipping documents (S/O, B/L, etc.), coordinate schedules with carriers, and support export customs clearance
• US Drayage: Coordinate port/rail terminal pickup and delivery schedules, negotiate and settle drayage vendor rates, and manage demurrage/detention charges
• Air Freight: Coordinate urgent and special cargo shipments, manage flight schedules and freight rates, and communicate with forwarders
• Provide regular status updates and issue reporting to customers
• Verify vendor (carrier, forwarder, drayage company) rates and invoices, and manage the billing/settlement process
• Handle freight claims and billing dispute resolution
• Maintain logistics data and prepare reports (KPIs, cost analysis, etc.)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Logistics, International Trade, Business, or related field preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in ocean/air freight operations (experience in import, export, or drayage preferred)
• Business-level English communication skills (email and phone correspondence)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high level of responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a freight forwarder, ocean carrier, or 3PL
• Understanding of US drayage/terminal operations
• Experience using TMS/ERP or other logistics systems
• Experience supporting manufacturing (especially solar/energy sector) accounts

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.