Senior Logistics Associate

CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking a Senior Logistics Associate in the East Providence, RI area. The Senior Associate – Logistics is responsible for coordinating and overseeing daily outbound shipping operations for both domestic and international deliveries to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. This role manages international shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and required certifications, while working closely with carriers and freight forwarders to support export declarations, AES filings, customs clearance, and shipment execution.

• Coordinate and oversee daily outbound shipping activities for domestic and international shipments to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Prepare and manage all required international shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and certifications such as certificates of origin and certificates of conformance.
• Coordinate shipment documentation and details with freight forwarders and carriers to support export declarations, AES filings, customs clearance, and delivery execution.
• Communicate directly with carriers and freight forwarders to arrange pickups, monitor transit, resolve delays, and track late-day shipments and carrier pickups.
• Distribute and prioritize shipping workloads throughout the day to meet operational deadlines and departmental objectives.
• Collaborate with Shipping, Customer Service, Sales, Trade Compliance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure order accuracy and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable U.S. and international shipping regulations.
• Maintain accurate shipping logs, documentation retention, and records to support audits and performance tracking.
• Monitor carrier responsiveness and performance, escalating issues when necessary.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Two to four years of experience in shipping, logistics, transportation, or warehouse operations, including exposure to domestic and international shipping processes.
• Experience preparing international shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and export-related certifications.
• Working knowledge of freight forwarding, carrier coordination, customs clearance, and export compliance requirements.
• Experience using ERP systems (such as SAP) and shipping software, including UPS, Fed Ex, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with U.S. export regulations and basic international trade compliance concepts.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with experience collaborating across departments.

• Strong working knowledge of domestic and international shipping processes, including exports, customs clearance, and trade compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, such as SAP, and shipping platforms including UPS, Fed Ex, and similar systems.
• Ability to interpret and prepare commercial shipping documents accurately and in compliance with U.S. export regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, data entry, and recordkeeping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies efficiently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with confidence interacting with carriers, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment while also working independently when needed.
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced shipping or warehouse environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to…