Logistics Coordinator

About The Opportunity

A growing manufacturing company in the Seattle area is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and operational activities. This organization has experienced significant growth in recent years and is looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while helping ensure materials, deliveries, and inventory are managed accurately and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in multiple aspects of operations, from coordinating freight and deliveries to managing inventory and supporting manufacturing teams. The position offers exposure to leadership, opportunities for long-term growth, and the chance to make an immediate impact within a collaborative team environment.

Position Overview

The Logistics Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for shipping and receiving activities while supporting inventory accuracy and day-to-day operational needs. This individual will work closely with internal teams, customers, vendors, and freight providers to ensure materials move efficiently throughout the organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on warehouse coordination. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the flexibility to adapt in a growing manufacturing environment.

Top Skills Required

• Shipping and receiving coordination
• Inventory management and cycle counts
• Smartsheet experience (or similar project tracking software)
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Purchase order, packing slip, and shipping documentation experience

Preferred Skills

• Manufacturing, fabrication, industrial, or construction-related experience
• Forklift experience or willingness to become certified
• Experience working with freight carriers and transportation providers
• ERP experience (Vista/Viewpoint experience is a plus)

Key Responsibilities

Logistics & Transportation

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments of materials and finished products.
• Schedule and track deliveries with customers, vendors, and freight carriers.
• Obtain freight quotes and coordinate transportation services.
• Communicate delivery updates, changes, and delays to appropriate stakeholders.
• Ensure customers and vendors are prepared for scheduled deliveries and pickups.
• Coordinate third-party transportation providers and logistics partners.

Shipping & Receiving

• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Prepare and process shipping documents, bills of lading, delivery paperwork, and related records.
• Ensure outgoing shipments are packaged, documented, and tracked accurately.
• Maintain accurate receiving and shipping records.

Inventory Management

• Perform cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Track inventory movement and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor material availability and communicate shortages as needed.
• Assist with warehouse organization and inventory control initiatives.

Operations Support

• Track company equipment, carts, and material movement between facilities and customer locations.
• Maintain clear records of asset usage and returns.
• Collaborate closely with operations, purchasing, project teams, and leadership.
• Support process improvements as the organization continues to grow.

Qualifications Required

• 2+ years of logistics, shipping/receiving, inventory, warehouse, or operations coordination experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work onsite during scheduled hours.

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, sheet metal fabrication, industrial distribution, construction materials, or related industries.
• Smartsheet experience.
• ERP system experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Previous experience coordinating freight or transportation logistics.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $25.00 – $30.00/hr.

This temporary role may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k)/Roth (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D; Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle, WA.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.