LEER - Logistics & Shipping Coordinator

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Logistics & Shipping Coordinator to oversee our daily supply chain and distribution processes. In this role, you will plan routes, coordinate with freight carriers, prepare precise compliance and export documentation, and track shipments from order placement through final delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is an expert problem solver capable of minimizing delays and reducing freight costs.

• Carrier & Freight Coordination : Source, vet, and negotiate rates with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, freight forwarders, and domestic couriers to optimize transit times and budgets.
• Shipment Scheduling : Plan and organize daily outbound shipments and inbound material deliveries according to production schedules and customer timelines.
• Documentation & Compliance
  : Prepare and verify essential shipping documents, including Bills of Lading (BOL), packing slips, commercial invoices, customs declarations, and international export paperwork.
• Tracking & Communication : Track shipments en route, proactively resolve customs or transport delays, and provide real-time tracking updates to internal sales teams and external customers.
• Inventory Control : Reconcile executed order records against ERP/WMS databases (e.g., SAP, Oracle, UPS WorldShip) to maintain inventory integrity and prevent shortages.
• Warehouse Collaboration : Partner with the floor operations team to ensure proper packaging, labeling, palletization, and safe loading of transport vehicles.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all operations align strictly with DOT (Department of Transportation), HAZMAT, customs rules, and industry-specific safety standards.

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business is highly preferred.
• Experience : 1-3 years of experience in a dedicated shipping, receiving, or logistics coordination role, preferably within a manufacturing or distribution setting.
• Technical Skills : Proficiency using specialized ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), shipping software, and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel formulas).
• Soft Skills : Strong negotiation, multi-tasking, conflict resolution, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Physical/Certifications : Forklift certification or the ability to acquire one on the job is frequently required for facilities with shared warehouse responsibilities.