Logistics & Shipping Specialist (f​/m​/d

Freight & Shipping

• Schedule and coordinate outbound shipments, including direct-to-customer shipments
• Track inbound shipments from suppliers and international company locations
• Schedule truck pickups, deliveries, and carrier appointments
• Communicate directly with carriers, freight providers, suppliers, drivers, and internal teams
• Obtain and compare freight quotations and transportation options
• Support rate comparisons and identify cost-effective shipping options
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Lading, packing lists, shipping documents, and related records
• Track shipment status and identify delays or service issues
• Ensure shipping and receiving documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained
• Handle and maintain paperwork provided by or required for incoming and outgoing drivers
• Verify freight charges and shipping-related documentation and support invoice processing as required

• Identify and contact potential suppliers and operational service providers
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations
• Support the selection of cost-effective products and services
• Maintain supplier and quotation information
• Coordinate with suppliers and service providers regarding operational requirements
• Support purchasing and sourcing activities as needed by the Operations Manager

• Support daily shipping and receiving activities at the dock
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Verify incoming and outgoing quantities against applicable documentation
• Inspect incoming goods for visible damage, quality issues, or discrepancies
• Stage and prepare goods for shipment
• Support inventory movements and material handling as operationally required
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment in accordance with company safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping and receiving area

• Practical experience in logistics, freight coordination, transportation, shipping, sourcing, or a related field
• Previous experience scheduling freight and coordinating carriers is required
• Previous experience obtaining quotations, comparing rates, or sourcing suppliers/services is required
• Understanding of shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading and packing lists
• Experience with LTL and/or FTL transportation is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously
• Confident and professional communication with carriers, suppliers, drivers, and internal teams
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Experience with ERP, transportation, warehouse, or inventory systems is preferred
• Willingness to learn and use company‑specific ERP and operating systems
• Willingness to work regularly in both the shipping office and warehouse/dock environment
• Ability and willingness to load and unload trucks and perform physical shipping and receiving activities
• Forklift experience is preferred; training and certification can be provided on site
• Reliable, structured, proactive, and team‑oriented working style

• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production logistics
• International or import/export shipping exposure
• Experience supporting freight-cost reduction or carrier‑rate negotiations
• Experience working in a growing or changing operational environment