Logistics Coordinator

About the role

Join the Metal Exchange family as a Logistics Coordinator in our Primary Aluminum business unit, based in our St. Louis, MO headquarters. In this role, you will negotiate with freight companies, coordinate warehouse releases, and ship metal products to customers while developing strong relationships with counterparties. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with team members to identify and execute creative solutions that positively impact results and provides support across key supply chain activities to ensure seamless execution and continuity of operations.

The individual must have the highest degree of integrity, be decisive, and have a thirst for learning.

Responsibilities

• Schedules loads with transportation vendors, including rescheduling as needed.
• Issues dispatch documentation to carriers.
• Tracks and traces shipments and communicates information to internal stakeholders.
• Negotiates favorable rates and services to move shipments by truck, rail, barge, or ocean in support of existing and new business opportunities.
• Records shipment details accurately in company systems of record.
• Dispatches shipments to carriers according to customer requirements.
• Assists in resolving freight invoice discrepancies.
• Calls and solicits new asset carriers and freight brokers to reduce costs and improve service.
• Coordinates warehouse releases by allocating inventory, issuing release instructions to warehouse providers, and ensuring material is available for timely customer shipment.
• Performs month-end inventory reconciliations by comparing trading system inventory records to third-party warehouse reports, identifies and investigates discrepancies, and coordinates resolution with warehouse providers and internal stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with third-party transportation, warehouse, and storage providers to support efficient movement and storage of material.
• Updates Order Status spreadsheet with purchase, sale, and inventory allocations, identifies long and short positions by commodity, location, and delivery month.
• Completes daily trading system shipment settlements with an understanding of financial and physical risk management.
• Edits contracts as needed.
• Provides appropriate, consistent, and timely communication with internal and external customers.
• Applies customer service skills to create and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and consumers.
• Accurately processes shipment details in our trading system.
• Creates documentation including dispatch sheets, packing lists, delivery orders, and U.S. Customs-related documents pertinent to the movement of international cargo.
• Provides backup support for Supply Chain Coordinator responsibilities, including inventory allocation, warehouse coordination, contract administration, order status management, and other supply chain activities as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, transportation, and customer service.

Experience: 1-3 years of relevant professional experience preferred.

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams).
• Concise and accurate written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and make sound decisions based on frequently changing factors.
• Customer-focused and dedicated to outstanding service with counterparties.
• Results-oriented; takes initiative to improve personal productivity and pursues results in the face of barriers and setbacks.
• Team player with the ability to build relationships and effectively interact both internally and externally with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong curiosity and desire to learn new and changing market factors and aspects of our business.
• Enjoys customer interaction including telephone, video, and in-person meetings.
• Possesses the highest level of personal and professional integrity.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorships are not available.
• Must have regular attendance and be available to work onsite 3 days per week in our St. Louis, MO office.
• Must meet pre-employment screening requirements including a drug screen.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with robust matching contribution.
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement.
• Relocation package may be available.
• Free on-site gym access.
• Lunch provided twice a week in-office.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Complimentary refreshment bar with beverages and snacks.
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands.
• Wellness incentive program.
• Regular employee celebrations and events.

Pay

Salary range: USD $47,000.00 – $57,000.00 per year.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule requiring onsite work 3 days per week in St. Louis, MO.

About Us

Celebrating 50 years in 2024, Metal Exchange is a global leader in non-ferrous metals supply chain management, with a primary focus on aluminum. We are committed to advancing sustainability by delivering customized recycling solutions that help businesses maximize value and reduce environmental impact. Leveraging decades of experience and deep industry expertise, Metal Exchange provides innovative, high-quality services to customers worldwide.

Our core values—Safety, Integrity, Caring, and Growth—guide every action and decision. We foster a purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture with highly engaged teams and a hybrid in-office and remote workplace. Leaders are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, and we welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.