International Logistics Coordinator & Customer Service
MatWorks · LaGrange, GA · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Position Summary
The International Customer Service & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing international order processing, logistics coordination, export/import documentation, and customer support activities for both external customers and intercompany operations. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, carriers, freight forwarders, shipping departments, and internal teams to ensure timely and compliant international shipments while supporting operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Customer Service & Order Management
- Respond to international product inquiries and documentation requests.
- Prepare customer quotations, including ocean and air freight rate shopping.
- Enter and manage international orders in company systems.
- Review and confirm intercompany orders for Canada, United Kingdom, and Belgium.
- Provide order updates, shipment tracking, and late order reporting.
- Cook up returns, replacements, credits, and billing adjustments for external and intercompany customers.
- Process invoicing related to international shipments and transactions.
International Logistics & Shipping
- Cook up shipment consolidations with shipping departments across all plants.
- Schedule and manage LTL, FTL, and FCL shipments.
- Process international parcel shipments through carrier portals including FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS.
- Cook up miscellaneous international shipments for departments such as IT, Marketing, and R&D.
- Issue ready-to-ship notifications for LTL/FCL customers.
- Handle carrier claims, shipment reconsignments, and transportation-related issues.
- Manage imports for M+A Matting and Mountville Rubber operations.
- Cook up direct shipments from Mountville Rubber to Belgium and United Kingdom.
- Support special shipping requirements for specialized customer programs.
Compliance & Documentation
- Prepare and maintain export/import documentation.
- Maintain digital records for all export and import files.
- Prepare annual blanket USMCA certificates and Certificates of Origin for customers and intercompany entities.
- Maintain tariff code files and ensure trade compliance accuracy.
- Manage bond renewals and compliance requirements for MAC and MMR operations.
Carrier & Freight Management
- Negotiate rates with preferred FCL carriers.
- Participate in quarterly and annual meetings with freight forwarders and logistics partners.
- Monitor and report on global events affecting shipping lanes, ports, and international freight movement.
Operational Support
- Maintain inventory of export documentation supplies at the P1 facility.
- Support cross-functional coordination between AX and D365 systems for PRE (Belgium) and PMK (United Kingdom) intercompany processing.
- Aid in continuous improvement initiatives related to international logistics and customer service processes.
Qualifications
- Experience in international customer service, logistics, shipping, or supply chain operations preferred.
- Knowledge of export/import procedures, trade compliance, and international shipping documentation.
- Familiarity with LTL, FTL, FCL, ocean freight, and air freight coordination.
- Experience working with ERP systems such as AX and D365 preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and carrier shipping platforms.
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of USMCA and international trade compliance requirements.
- Experience coordinating with freight forwarders and international carriers.
- Knowledge of tariff classifications and customs documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and customer service orientation.