Logistics Coordinator

Description

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Logistics Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day execution of Murdoch’s inbound transportation program. This position coordinates freight routing and shipment visibility across multiple transportation modes, including small parcel, LTL, FTL, and ocean imports. The Logistics Coordinator works closely with vendors, carriers, buyers, distribution centers, and stores to ensure shipments are routed appropriately, delivered on time, and compliant with Murdoch’s transportation requirements.

The position maintains transportation records, tracking systems, logistics spreadsheets, and ocean container visibility while supporting vendor compliance and transportation process improvements. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, comfortable working independently in a remote environment, and interested in developing a career in transportation and supply chain operations.

This position can be fully remote for candidates residing in:
AZ, CO, FL, GA, IA, , MT, MO, NE, NV, NC, PA, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WY.

As a Murdoch's Team Member, you will...

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments utilizing small parcel, LTL, FTL, and other transportation modes as required.
• Help vendors determine the appropriate transportation mode based on shipment size, weight, destination, service requirements, and the Murdoch’s Routing Guide.
• Route vendor shipments according to the Murdoch’s Routing Guide using approved carriers and service levels.
• Proactively monitor purchase orders and inbound freight activity to identify shipments requiring routing attention.
• Review routing requests for completeness and accuracy and follow up with vendors or buyers when required information is missing.
• Schedule freight pickups and coordinate delivery appointments when needed.
• Maintain visibility of pending routing requests to support timely carrier tendering and pickup.
• Assist with route planning, load scheduling, multi-stop deliveries, and backhaul opportunities as directed.

• Maintain visibility of inbound shipments from pickup through final delivery.
• Track transportation activity using the Transportation Management System (TMS), logistics spreadsheets, carrier systems, and other department tools.
• Communicate shipment status, delays, and exceptions to buyers, vendors, carriers, stores, and distribution centers.
• Research delayed, damaged, missing, or misrouted shipments and coordinate follow-up through resolution.
• Maintain accurate transportation records, delivery dates, freight costs, and shipment documentation.

• Track and maintain visibility of inbound ocean containers from origin through final delivery.
• Update ocean container schedules, milestone dates, estimated arrival information, and shipment status in department tracking tools.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, drayage providers, carriers, and distribution centers regarding container movement and delivery.
• Monitor import shipment exceptions and communicate delays, exams, storage concerns, or other issues to the Logistics Manager and affected internal teams.
• Maintain accurate import shipment records, container activity, transportation costs, and supporting documentation.

• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for transportation-related vendor questions.
• Communicate routing instructions, shipping requirements, and compliance expectations to vendors.
• Support vendor compliance with the Murdoch’s Routing Guide and identify recurring compliance issues.
• Work with vendors, buyers, Accounting, and the Logistics Manager to research non-compliant shipments and support corrective…