Logistics Coordinator

Position Summary:

Schedule:

Monday thru Friday 7am-4pm The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for organizing and optimizing outbound freight, managing carrier relationships, overseeing intercompany transfers, and ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries. This role ensures visibility, accuracy, and efficiency in all logistics activities through clear communication, scheduling, and system updates.

Key Responsibilities:

Run reports for all open orders by carrier to evaluate and consolidate loads. Obtain freight quotes and compare Less-than-Truckload (LTL) vs. Full Truckload (FTL) options for optimal cost and efficiency. Request and follow up on rate quotes from carriers via email. Update carrier assignment and rate information in ERP I system after loads are awarded. Notify awarded carriers via email with load confirmation details. Coordinate retrieval of inventory from storage locations as needed to support outbound shipments. Prepare and maintain the outbound shipping schedule in Microsoft Teams, logging all carrier appointments. Respond promptly and professionally to carrier inquiries related to appointments and shipment details. Communicate schedule updates or changes to the shipping team and ensure alignment by updating the shared Teams schedule for real-time visibility. Attend and lead a weekly logistics coordination meeting with other plants to align on intercompany transfers and pickups. Manage the company driver's schedule to ensure all intercompany and plant-to-plant orders are documented and scheduled in Teams. Oversee all intercompany transactions, including the delivery of ingredients and finished goods. Enter all ingredient orders needed for other plants and ensure timely driver scheduling for these deliveries. Coordinate and hire external carriers when the company driver is unavailable to avoid service disruption.

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in logistics coordination, transportation, or supply chain operations. Proficiency with ERP systems (VAI experience preferred). Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

Knowledge of freight modes, logistics scheduling, and shipping documentation. Experience working with LTL, FTL, and intercompany freight coordination. Ability to manage schedules, analyze logistics data, and adapt to shifting priorities. English -

Spanish Bilingual Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you Proficient in Excel? Do you have Cold Chain Management experience?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Logistics:

2 years (Required) ERP systems: 2 years (Required)

Microsoft Excel:

1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person