Logistics Coordinator (Chinese speaking)

doTERRA Global Limited; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

dōTERRA Europe, part of doTERRA Global Limited, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our Cork, Ireland team. You will manage end-to-end local and international shipments, liaising with suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to keep goods moving compliantly across borders.

Fluency in Chinese and English (written and spoken) is essential. The role requires at least five years in import/export logistics, with knowledge of EU and global freight regulations, and strong analytical

Qualifications

• Fluency in Chinese and English, both written and spoken.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in import/export logistics.
• Knowledge of EU, Chinese, and global freight regulations.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
• Dangerous Goods certification and direct-selling industry experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating imports and exports across ocean, air, and ground freight.
• Managing shipping and customs documentation.
• Working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and logistics providers.
• Monitoring customs compliance, HS classifications, Incoterms, and Dangerous Goods requirements.
• Tracking shipments and resolving delays, discrepancies, claims, and customs holds.
• Managing delivery timelines, warehouse receipts, and cargo releases.
• Reviewing quotations and rates and providing reports to management.
• Supporting other departments with ad-hoc shipments to international markets and events.

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

English language proficiency

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Import/export logistics experience

Job description

Are you an experienced logistics professional with a strong understanding of international trade and freight operations?

dōTERRA Europe is looking for a highly organised and proactive Logistics Coordinator to join our Operations team in Cork, Ireland. You’ll manage end-to-end local and international shipments and work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to keep goods moving efficiently and compliantly across borders.

Please note: Fluency in both Chinese and English—written and spoken—is essential for this position.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating imports and exports across ocean, air, and ground freight
• Managing shipping and customs documentation
• Working with freight forwarders, customs brokers, carriers, and logistics providers
• Monitoring customs compliance, HS classifications, Incoterms, and Dangerous Goods requirements
• Tracking shipments and resolving delays, discrepancies, claims, and customs holds
• Managing delivery timelines, warehouse receipts, and cargo releases
• Reviewing quotations and rates and providing meaningful reports to management
• Supporting other departments with ad-hoc shipments to international markets and events

What we’re looking for

• Fluency in Chinese and English is a must
• At least five years of experience in import/export logistics
• Knowledge of EU, Chinese, and global freight regulations
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Confidence managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
• Dangerous Goods certification and direct-selling industry experience would be an advantage

About the company

Founded in 2008, dōTERRA was built on a mission to share tested-grade essential oils with the world. Having seen for themselves the incredible benefits of using these precious resources, a group of healthcare and business professionals set out to make this mission a reality. They formed a company and named it dōTERRA, a Latin derivative meaning ‘Gift of the Earth.’ dōTERRA is now present in over 150 countries worldwide. Over 7 million members now use and share dōTERRA products around the world. Today, dōTERRA is the world’s leading essential oils company.

About the Ireland office

In 2020, doTERRA selected Cork, as its first manufacturing facility outside of the United States. The site initially opened with just 10 employees and has since grown to a workforce of approximately 140 full-time staff. As production volumes have increased year after year, the company has expanded its teams across a range of functions, including Production, Warehouse Operations, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Legal, and Human Resources. Located in Blarney, the state-of-the-art facility comprises cleanrooms, bottling suites, office space, laboratory facilities, cold storage, and warehousing.