Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

Summary :

Organize and coordinate the shipping of finished products and the arrival of raw materials, based on the company sales and production requirements. Coordinate the activities within the logistics office and be the reference person for any issue. Ability to provide support / advice and to solve problems independently.

Logistics : 90%

• Coordinate all activities related to Transportation and Distribution, both inside and outside the United States, ensuring a general cost reduction, as well as a high level of service provided.
• Prepare any necessary documents for each shipment, including but not limited to packing list, bill of lading, COA, invoice, USMCA, certificate of origin, within the requested terms.
• Arrange shipments / pick-ups with carriers based on the agreed Incoterms established from the Sales Department.
• Track shipments and immediately inform the relevant team (i.e. Sales Team, Customer Service Team) in case of any delay or change from the scheduled plan.
• Organize the release and shipment of goods from external warehouses, providing customers / freight brokers with all proper and complete information, to ensure the correct product is shipped to customers within the requested terms.
• Coordinate shipments via freight forwarders, Customs Agents, and relevant authorities, to optimize the import / export activities, in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Gather freight quotes from multiple carriers to compare and negotiate rates ensuring the best price and service is obtained for each shipment.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain any incoming shipments of materials to prepare Team for unloading.
• Check freight invoices and all transportation documents for correctness and notify the Accounting Department of any billing errors.
• Ensure proper filing of any logistic documents.
• Follow all rules and methods of land and sea hazardous goods shipping as well as IATA for all airfreight shipments.
• Collaborate and communicate with other departments as needed.

Shipping Receiving : 5%

Quality : 5%