Logistics Coordinator Senior

## Logistics Coordinator Senior Apply locations:
OH - Pataskalatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R1209

Job Description
** Located in the heart of Central Ohio, Illuminate USA is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting-edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,500 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million-square-foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere.
**** This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels—we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking workplace, we want to hear from you!
**** We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth. Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area.**### Illuminate USA is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Logistics Coordinator to support global logistics operations at our manufacturing facility in Columbus, Ohio. This role is critical in ensuring the timely and efficient movement of materials and finished goods to support production and customer requirements.

The Senior Logistics Coordinator serves as a key resource within the logistics organization, coordinating complex shipments, supporting cross-functional logistics initiatives, driving process improvements, and providing operational support across all levels of the logistics team. Additionally, this role serves as the primary backup to the Logistics Team Manager, helping ensure continuity of operations through effective communication, issue resolution, and workload coordination.

The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment managing time-sensitive logistics activities.
** Responsibilities
* ** Coordinate and oversee complex inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments, ensuring on-time delivery and minimal disruptions to operations.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers, freight providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure shipment schedules, documentation, and order requirements are accurately managed.
* Monitor carrier performance and proactively resolve transportation, customs, and delivery expectations to maintain service levels.
* Partner with internal and external warehouse teams to coordinate pickups, deliveries, and inventory movements, and material flow to support productions & job site requirements.
* Support yard management operations by coordinating trailer movements, dock utilization, carrier scheduling, and yard efficiency to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
* Serve as the Transportation Management System (TMS) Super User, providing system support, user training, troubleshooting, testing enhancements, and driving adoption of best practices.
* Maintain accurate logistics records, shipping documentation, and compliance requirements while ensuring data integrity and audit readiness.
* Evaluate shipping requirements and recommend transportation solutions based on service, cost, and delivery requirements.
* Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve logistics
* Lead and support logistics projects, process improvement initiatives, and operational priorities while serving as the primary backup to the Logistics Team Manager, coordinating daily activities, resolving escalated issues, and ensuring continuity of operations during manager/leader absence.
* Communicate with suppliers to confirm shipment schedules, documentation accuracy, and order requirements.
* Provide guidance and knowledge sharing to the Logistics Coordinators while promoting standardized processes and best practices across the team.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
** Qualifications
* ** Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business…