Jobs · Management · Mississippi

Logistics Coordinator

Blacklidge · Gulfport, MS · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$50k–$65k/yrFull-time

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance

Responsibilities

  • Customer Service & Order Management
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for customers via phone, email, and other communication channels
  • Provide timely delivery updates, confirmations, and proactive communication regarding shipment status
  • Build and maintain positive relationships through exceptional customer service
  • Coordinate customer orders from order entry through final delivery
  • Dispatch & Transportation Coordination
  • Schedule and dispatch company drivers to maximize operational efficiency
  • Build and optimize driver loads while maintaining delivery schedules
  • Maintain clear communication with drivers regarding schedules, delays, and operational updates
  • Monitor trucks and drivers using GPS and fleet tracking systems
  • Coordinate transportation activities to ensure timely loading and delivery
  • Operational Support
  • Work closely with Plant Operations, Tanker Prep, Fleet, Sales, and Customer Service teams to ensure trailer and driver availability
  • Process customer orders accurately within company systems
  • Maintain detailed and accurate logistics documentation
  • Aid with special projects and additional operational responsibilities as assigned
  • Equipment & Driver Support
  • Coordinate repairs for truck breakdowns and emergency service needs
  • Schedule preventive maintenance with the Fleet Team
  • Support drivers by responding to operational issues and after-hours calls during scheduled on-call rotations
  • Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
  • Respond quickly to unexpected transportation issues while minimizing customer impact
  • Identify opportunities to improve dispatch efficiency and communication
  • Contribute to process improvements that enhance customer service and operational performance
  • Maintain a positive, solution-oriented mindset while supporting company objectives

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of one (1) year of dispatch, transportation, logistics coordination, or related experience preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based logistics systems
  • Experience with fleet tracking or dispatch software preferred (Mcleod)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities
  • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently

Key Competencies

  • Customer service excellence
  • Dispatch and transportation coordination
  • Communication and relationship management
  • Organization and attention to detail
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Time management and prioritization
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
  • Team collaboration and accountability

Compensation

Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 annually based on qualifications and experience

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health reimbursement account
  • Flexible spending account (health and dependent care)
  • Life insurance(company provided and voluntary buy up option)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off

Application Requirements

  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens or possess valid proof of authorization to work in the United States.

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