Logistics Coordinator

About the role

Associated Packaging, Inc. is a fast‑growing, people‑first company that has been providing packaging solutions since 1977 and remains financially strong even during economic downturns. The Logistics Coordinator role is based at a branch office and supports the customer service team, warehouse operations, and sales support. The position works in a standard office setting with occasional warehouse duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the customer service team, warehouse operations, and sales support of the branch.
• Set delivery appointments for inbound PO’s and update the calendar.
• Verify and enter inbound PO’s (receive), verify lot # or serial #, enter put‑away locations.
• Process outbound paperwork and verify outbound shipments.
• Perform cycle count verification for accuracy and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain forklift certification and act as the forklift trainer for the branch.
• Serve as the main contact for facilitating/scheduling MHE service.
• Act as backup for warehouse personnel.
• Provide freight quotes to the customer service team, schedule outbound freight shipments, arrange carrier pickup, and process pick sheets and BOL’s.
• Coordinate with freight carriers on claims to ensure timely processing and resolution.
• Work with the Freight Specialist on freight damage claims.
• Process and pay branch invoices (products, freight, office supplies) to the accounting department.
• Process open sales orders to generate customer billings.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections as needed, and maintain the product quarantine area (designated Safety Coordinator).
• Manage third‑party warehouse transactions: inbound product, outbound shipment processing, inventory monitoring, and outbound freight cost control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Forklift certification.
• OSHA 10‑hour certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with logistics, freight carriers, or warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of LTL, TL, and small parcel operations.
• Lean Six Sigma (or equivalent) root‑cause problem‑solving experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities to achieve goals while also working in a team environment.

Skills

• Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• ERP and Transportation Management systems.
• NetSuite and/or FreightPop.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• 401k matching.
• Health Insurance.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Additional benefits as noted.