Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator

The Logistics Coordinator manages and optimizes the movement of goods, ensuring efficient and timely deliveries. They coordinate activities in shipping, warehousing, and inventory, acting as a bridge between suppliers, customers, and internal departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shipment Coordination
  - Organizing and tracking shipments, ensuring accuracy of shipping documents, and managing relationships with carriers.
• Inventory Management
  - Monitoring inventory levels, placing orders, and ensuring adequate stock to meet customer demand.
• Transportation Optimization
  - Planning and executing transportation strategies, optimizing routes, and negotiating shipping rates.
• Supplier and Customer Communication
  - Liaising with suppliers, vendors, and customers to address logistical needs and resolve issues.
• Warehouse Management
  - Overseeing warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and shipping goods.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
  - Analyzing shipment data, identifying inefficiencies, and preparing reports on key performance indicators.
• Regulatory Compliance
  - Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, such as DOT and IATA, regarding transportation and shipping.

Skills and

Qualifications:

• Understanding of Supply Chain Management:
  Familiarity with the entire supply chain process, from sourcing to delivery.
• Knowledge of Logistics Software and Systems:
  Familiarity with ERP and TMS systems, for example. Computer literate (TMW, ADP, MS Office including Word and Excel as well as accounting software)
• Communication and Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with various stakeholders.
• Organizational and Time Management
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to identify and resolve logistical challenges.
  
  Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to analyze data and identify areas for improvement.
• Attention to Detail:
  Accuracy in managing shipments and inventory.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

Physical Demands:

• Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.