Logistics Coordinator
Location: Onsite
Join a Team That Keeps Business Moving
Are you a detail-oriented logistics professional who enjoys problem-solving, building carrier relationships, and ensuring products reach customers efficiently? We're looking for a Logistics Coordinator to play a key role in managing transportation operations across multiple manufacturing locations in the U.S. and Canada.
This role offers the opportunity to work across transportation, supply chain, customer service, and operations while contributing to process improvements, cost-saving initiatives, and exceptional service delivery. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Make a direct impact on transportation operations and customer satisfaction.
- Partner with teams across supply chain, sales, operations, and logistics.
- Build expertise in freight management, carrier relations, transportation analytics, and supply chain optimization.
- Gain exposure to both U.S. and Canadian logistics operations.
- Contribute to high-visibility projects focused on efficiency, cost control, and process improvement.
- Develop your skills in transportation systems, ERP platforms, reporting, and analytics.
- Cross-train in key supply chain functions, creating opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Be part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
What You'll Do
Transportation & Carrier Management
- Coordinate truckload, LTL, and rail transportation activities to ensure customer expectations are met safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
- Assist with freight bidding processes and provide carrier performance feedback.
- Evaluate new carrier opportunities and make recommendations based on service, capabilities, and qualifications.
- Maintain transportation contracts, carrier rates, and related documentation.
- Coordinate LTL shipments and obtain freight quotes as needed.
- Monitor freight movements and proactively resolve service issues.
- Communicate with carriers regarding loading schedules, delivery appointments, and shipment status updates.
- Assist with equipment movements and customs-related transportation activities.
- Support carrier relationship management and participate in service review discussions.
Transportation Analytics & Process Improvement
- Analyze transportation spending and research cost variances and billing discrepancies.
- Investigate freight-related charges and resolve payment issues.
- Maintain transportation dashboards, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Track carrier performance, including on-time pickup and delivery metrics.
- Collaborate with transportation management system (TMS) providers to improve efficiency and maximize system capabilities.
- Support transportation budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Assist with transportation claims, damage investigations, and corrective actions.
Systems & Administrative Support
- Maintain carrier records, insurance certificates, contracts, and compliance documentation.
- Manage carrier setup and onboarding activities.
- Update transportation rates and data within ERP and transportation management systems.
- Support reporting and analytics initiatives to improve operational visibility.
- Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide backup support for critical supply chain functions as needed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in truckload and LTL transportation logistics.
- Strong understanding of freight coordination and carrier management.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
- Experience in manufacturing, mining, or industrial operations.
- Experience with transportation management systems (TMS).
- Familiarity with ERP systems, such as Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar platforms.
- Understanding of accounting principles, transportation costs, and profit and loss concepts.
- Experience analyzing transportation metrics and operational performance.
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you'll become a trusted transportation and logistics partner, ensuring products move efficiently while balancing cost, service, and operational excellence. You'll help drive continuous improvement, strengthen carrier relationships, and contribute to a high-performing supply chain organization.
If you're looking for a role that combines logistics expertise, problem-solving, collaboration, and opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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