Transportation Coordinator 2

About the role

Responsible for day-to-day coordination of logistics and interaction with outbound logistics/transportation partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supply chain and logistics activities, including inventory control, transportation scheduling, distribution, and material movement.
• Plan and dispatch transportation services to support the inbound and outbound flow of goods across multiple facilities.
• Monitor shipment execution and resolve transportation, customs, and delivery issues to ensure service and cost objectives are achieved.
• Support import and export operations, ensuring the economical and efficient movement of goods across international borders.
• Coordinate with carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and regulatory agencies to facilitate compliant cross-border shipments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international trade regulations, customs requirements, import/export controls, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate import/export documentation, product classifications, country of origin records, and customs records.
• Collect, analyze, and report key performance metrics related to transportation, inventory, service levels, compliance, and supply chain performance.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, planning, quality, and customer service teams to address supply chain challenges and support business objectives.
• Promote customer-focused solutions by effectively communicating customer requirements throughout the organization.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shipment delays, compliance issues, and transportation exceptions.

Key Competencies

• Transportation & Distribution Coordination
• Import/Export Operations
• Global Trade Compliance
• Inventory & Material Flow Management
• Customs Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
• Supply Chain Analytics & Reporting
• Customer Focus & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or associate's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, International Trade, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, import/export, distribution, or trade compliance.
• Working knowledge of international shipping, customs regulations, and import/export documentation.
• Experience coordinating transportation providers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance and service standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with global trade compliance programs, import/export regulations, and customs valuation/classification processes.
• Knowledge of duty optimization programs, free trade agreements, and customs compliance requirements.
• APICS/ASCM, IATA, customs compliance, or international trade certifications preferred.
• Knowledge/Experience in Dangerous Goods/Hazmat shipping
• Experience in medical device, manufacturing, distribution, or regulated industries.

Pay

$21.00 - $33.60 USD Hourly