Logistic Coordinator Job Farmington Hills area,Michigan USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

** This position begins as a 3-month temporary assignment and is expected to transition to a direct-hire opportunity based on performance and business needs.**

Work hours: 8AM-5PM (Core time : 10AM-3PM)

Salary range: 60K-65K/year

Work style:
Hybrid (3days office, 2days WFH)

Employment style:
Temp(3months) to hire

Position Summary

This role carries day-to-day responsibility for a specific functional area or process, including oversight and supervision as needed. The individual will use their subject matter expertise to improve productivity, enhance workflows, and implement control enhancements. The role involves coordination with multiple departments, subsidiaries, and customers.

Essential Responsibilities

Manage logistics operations for automotive programs.

Supervise contracted warehouse operations for inbound/outbound shipments and handle special customer shipping requests.

Manage all EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) processes, including sending advance shipping notices.

Monitor demand changes and flag low inventory items daily.

Coordinate with production sites and align schedules with customer demand to ensure sufficient U.S. inventory.

Update company forecasts with customer planning data and forecasts.

Identify and report abnormal short/mid-term demand fluctuations.

Communicate and negotiate with customers regarding delivery adjustments.

Use customer service skills to coordinate logistics plans and routes per contractual shipping terms.

Be available for follow-up calls on an as-needed basis.

Physical Requirements

Primarily sedentary work requiring:

Reaching, sitting, walking, bending, grasping, repetitive hand motions
Strong hearing, visual acuity, and verbal communication ability
Occasional lifting of items weighing up to 35 lbs (approximately 16 kg) may be required.

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong planning, deadline management, and prioritization
Excellent written and verbal communication
Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting
Analytical and critical thinking with sound judgment
High-level interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work across diverse teams
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred

5+ years of relevant experience in logistics or customer service, especially within the automotive sector

Strong communication, problem-solving, and active listening skills

Comfortable working in a multicultural environment

Highly detail-oriented with excellent accuracy and follow-through

High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality