Logistics Coordinator

Senior Material (Europe) AB; Eskilstuna kommun; On-site; SEK 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Material (Europe) AB is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join the Operations team. You will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to Sweden and the EU, communicating with freight forwarders and customs brokers to optimize logistics solutions.

You will work closely with Purchasing, Finance, and Operations to ensure compliant, cost-effective transport and accurate documentation. Fluency in English is required; Swedish and/or Chinese are a plus.

Qualifications

• Completed upper secondary education; a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is considered an advantage.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, supply chain coordination, or international transportation.
• Experience coordinating international shipments and working with logistics service providers.
• Good understanding of import/export procedures and shipping documentation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound shipments of raw materials, equipment, and other goods to Sweden.
• Arrange outbound shipments of finished products to customers across the EU and international markets.
• Communicate and negotiate with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and other logistics partners.
• Collect and compare freight quotations, transportation solutions, transit times, and service offerings to select the most suitable logistics solution.
• Coordinate transportation schedules to ensure on-time deliveries and minimize logistics costs.
• Work closely with the Purchasing department to support procurement and supplier deliveries.
• Collaborate with the Finance department to process logistics-related contracts, invoices, and payment documentation, ensuring accurate financial records.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation, customs documentation, and other logistics records.
• Monitor shipments and proactively resolve transportation issues or delays.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, customs regulations, and international trade requirements.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, service quality, and cost performance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Excel

ERP systems

English fluency

Swedish/Chinese plus

Education

Upper secondary education

Logistics/SCM degree (adv.)

Tools

ERP software

MS Excel

Job description

Senior Material is seeking a structured, proactive, and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to join our Operations team. This role coordinates inbound and outbound logistics activities and supports production and business growth.

About the Role

The Logistics Coordinator will work closely with Purchasing, Finance, and Operations to ensure materials, equipment, and finished products are transported efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound shipments of raw materials, equipment, and other goods to Sweden.
• Arrange outbound shipments of finished products to customers across the EU and international markets.
• Communicate and negotiate with freight forwarders, carriers, customs brokers, and other logistics partners.
• Collect and compare freight quotations, transportation solutions, transit times, and service offerings to select the most suitable logistics solution.
• Coordinate transportation schedules to ensure on-time deliveries and minimize logistics costs.
• Work closely with the Purchasing department to support procurement and supplier deliveries.
• Collaborate with the Finance department to process logistics-related contracts, invoices, and payment documentation, ensuring accurate financial records.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation, customs documentation, and other logistics records.
• Monitor shipments and proactively resolve transportation issues or delays.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, customs regulations, and international trade requirements.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, service quality, and cost performance.

Job Competence Requirements

• Completed upper secondary education; a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is considered an advantage.
• Previous experience in logistics, freight forwarding, supply chain coordination, or international transportation.
• Experience coordinating international shipments and working with logistics service providers.
• Good understanding of import/export procedures and shipping documentation is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience working with ERP systems is considered an advantage.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Swedish and/or Chinese language skills are considered a plus.

Who You Are

We believe you are a proactive and service-minded person who enjoys working in an international environment. You are organized, responsible, and able to prioritize your work while maintaining a high level of accuracy. You thrive in a fast-growing company where collaboration across departments is essential.