Logistics Coordinator
Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, California, 94598, USA
Listed on 2026-05-16
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis, Business Development
What’s it like to work at Kinder’s? We’re obsessed with flavor and dedicated to hard work and collaboration. With over 100 products sold nationwide, we’re a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. Privately held and founder-led, we chart our own course and pursue big ideas to make food unforgettable.
As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue, we need smart, scrappy, flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If you’re looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work, this is it. Every day, you’ll help add flavor to millions of meals and lives.
About the RoleAs a Logistics Coordinator in our fast-paced Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company, you will play a crucial role in managing the efficient flow of goods and materials from suppliers to our distribution centers and final customers. This role is a critical hub in our supply chain, requiring precise coordination between procurement, production, warehouse, and transportation teams.
Your primary responsibilities will involve coordinating transportation, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of products. Beyond day-to-day execution, you will be empowered to design, implement and refine logistics processes. This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to the scalable growth and continued success of the Kinder’s brand. If you possess the necessary skills and thrive in a challenging environment, we welcome your application.
Key Responsibilities Transportation Coordination- Facilitate domestics and international shipments by partnering with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3pl providers to ensure on-time delivery of products.
- Ensure adherence to delivery schedules and resolve transit delays proactively.
- Monitor real-time inventory levels to maintain optimal stock balance.
- Collaborate with procurement and production to prevent stock-outs and minimize carrying costs.
- Implement strategic inventory control measures to optimize warehouse space utilization.
- Execute customer and internal purchase orders with high accuracy and speed.
- Partner with the Sales team to validate order specifications and resolve discrepancies.
- Coordinate with warehouses to prioritize shipments based on urgency and customer requirements.
- Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain to enhance efficiency and propose data-driven process enhancements.
- Support the onboarding and optimization of the Transportation Management System (TMS).
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement industry best practices and reduce lead times.
- Maintain meticulous documentation for shipments and regulatory compliance.
- Generate logistics performance reports and identify opportunities for cost savings, rate negotiations and key performance indicator improvements.
- Experience:
2–3 years in Logistics or Supply Chain Operations, ideally within the CPG industry. - Technical Proficiency:
Expert knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams). Familiarity with ERP, SAP, or TMS platforms is highly preferred. - Problem Solving:
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex operational issues and implement creative, sustainable solutions. - Communication:
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with both internal stakeholders and external partners. - Work Style: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages multiple priorities with ease, and requires minimal supervision.
- Flexible, efficient, and motivated self-starter that requires little direction, with a proven ability in creative problem solving and managing multiple priorities.
- A commitment and passion for being an active participant in our fast-paced, high growth company.
- Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
The position will be based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA. We maintain a hybrid work structure with four days in the office weekly to encourage collaboration and personal connections that support our customers and community. Fridays are flex days with options to be in the office or remote based on what works best.
Pay TransparencyThe expected starting salary range for this role is $105,000–$115,000 per year. We may pay more or less than the posted range based on location and other factors such as education, qualifications, performance, and business needs.
Equal OpportunityKinder’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally-protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, please contact
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