Logistics Coordinator

About BAMKO

BAMKO is one of the top 10 largest companies in the branded merchandise space and the fastest growing of any of the top 50 companies in the $25 billion industry. Over the last 5 years, BAMKO has won countless awards, including Best Places to Work & Best Client Promotions. With a culture built around personal and professional growth, BAMKO puts values into action. Our portfolio of clients includes Fortune 1000 companies such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Tesla, Microsoft, and Peloton. We are a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and innovative company where culture is at our core, attracting and retaining high-level talent that outpaces the competition.

Responsibilities

• Domestic Export Programs
  • Prepare all export documentation for warehouses and suppliers, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to shipment.
  • Track export shipments proactively to identify and prevent problems before they impact delivery.
  • When issues arise, contact the shipper and/or Project Manager promptly to drive resolution.
  • Investigate the receiving requirements of the inbound country prior to shipment (e.g., product testing and supporting documentation for Japan, import requirements for Turkey, sanitizer/ingredient documentation for Australia).
  • Verify labeling requirements of the destination country and confirm shipments meet them before departure.
  • Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports/exports, and customer issues.
  • Monitor product import and export processes to ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements.
  • Successfully manage international shipments from point A to point B, presenting effective solutions to clients that meet their specific requirements.
  • Arrange bookings with airlines, ocean carriers, co-loaders, and all other relevant parties.
• International Importing Programs
  • Coordinate incoming international shipments end-to-end, including:
    • Freight forwarder coordination and booking.
    • Customs clearance and broker communication.
    • Delivery scheduling to the final destination/receiving location.
  • Maintain accurate HTS classification listings for imported products and ensure correct tariff treatment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of import/export experience.
• Working knowledge of HTS classification and related requirements.
• Understanding of EORI, CERS, and U.S. import/export requirements.
• Strong knowledge of trucking and logistics methods, terminology, and practices.
• Experience with international shipping requirements, including import/export regulations.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively over the phone and through email.
• Ability to recognize when action is necessary and implement the required actions with urgency.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Various paid time off programs.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.

Pay

The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidate’s relevant skills and experience.