Logistic Shipping Specialist

Position Summary

The Logistics Shipping Specialist is responsible for supporting daily outbound shipping 

operations through carrier coordination, shipment scheduling, and shipping documentation 

management. This role serves as the primary point of coordination between the warehouse 

and transportation providers to help ensure timely shipment movement and pickup 

execution.

This position is focused strictly on logistics coordination and transportation support. The 

role does not oversee warehouse operations, shipment preparation, order management, or 

customer account responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and process Bills of Lading (BOLs) and related shipping documentation

• Coordinate outbound shipment pickups with LTL, parcel, and freight carriers

• Schedule shipments based on information provided by warehouse and logistics teams

• Communicate with carriers regarding pickup scheduling, shipment status, delays, and 

routing updates

• Coordinate daily shipment activity between warehouse operations and transportation 

providers

• Maintain shipping records and documentation for operational visibility

• Provide internal shipment status updates to logistics leadership when needed

• Escalate transportation-related issues or carrier service failures to Logistics leadership

• Support freight compliance and documentation processes

• Assist with transportation-related administrative tasks and reporting

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to shipping coordination and carrier 

performance

Scope Clarification

This position does not:

• Manage customer accounts or customer communications

• Handle order entry or order modifications

• Oversee warehouse employees or warehouse operations

• Verify physical shipment preparation, pallet counts, dimensions, or freight readiness

• Assume responsibility for shipment accuracy or warehouse staging

• Perform picking, packing, loading, or other warehouse fulfillment activities

Warehouse operations remain responsible for shipment preparation accuracy and freight 

readiness prior to carrier pickup scheduling.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in shipping, logistics, transportation, or warehouse support 

preferred

• Experience working with freight carriers and shipping documentation is a plus

• Familiarity with Bills of Lading (BOLs), freight scheduling, and carrier coordination 

preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and shipping/logistics systems

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of LTL freight operations

• Experience with ERP/WMS/TMS systems

• Understanding of freight classifications and shipment documentation

• Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneousl