Logistics Coordinator II

The Logistics Coordinator II is responsible for the end-to-end execution of time critical freight movements across air, ocean, road, and multimodal solutions. This role requires a high degree of urgency, problem-solving, and coordination to ensure freight moves according to required timelines, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements

Locations: Houston, TX | Atlanta, GA | Los Angeles, CA | Elk Grove Village, IL

Schedule

Required:

Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Please Note: This position requires evening and weekend coverage and the ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.

Imperative Logistics is seeking a highly motivated Logistics Coordinator II

to support our growing expedited and high-priority freight operations. This role is ideal for an experienced logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively under pressure, and takes ownership of shipments from start to finish.

We are looking for someone who can step into a critical operational role with a strong foundation in freight forwarding, transportation, or multimodal logistics. While training will be provided, candidates should have hands‑on experience managing freight movements and solving transportation challenges in real time.

• Manage time-sensitive shipments across air, ocean, truckload, LTL, expedited, and multimodal transportation networks.
• Monitor and track shipments throughout the transportation lifecycle, proactively identifying and resolving delays or service interruptions.
• Coordinate with carriers, customers, vendors, and global partners to ensure successful execution of critical freight movements.
• Arrange transportation capacity and evaluate routing options to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Provide timely communication and status updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Support mission-critical, high-priority, and expedited freight shipments requiring immediate attention and rapid response.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure service excellence and SLA compliance.
• Utilize Cargo Wise One and other transportation management systems to manage shipments, documentation, and tracking activities.
• Assist with project cargo and specialized freight movements as needed.
• Participate in evening, weekend, and after-hours coverage to support customer requirements and operational demands.

• 3+ years of freight forwarding, logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations experience.
• Experience coordinating shipments across one or more transportation modes (air, ocean, truck, intermodal, or expedited).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer‑focused mindset with a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel.

• Experience handling expedited, time‑critical, or mission‑critical freight.
• Working knowledge of import/export processes and transportation documentation.
• Cargo Wise One experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, or energy.
• Experience managing oversized, project, or specialized freight movements.

• You thrive in a fast‑paced operations environment.
• You communicate proactively and confidently with customers and carriers.
• You enjoy solving complex transportation challenges.
• You can remain calm and organized when priorities…