Global Freight & Logistics Coordinator

thyssenkrupp Materials NA; Town of Plainfield (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Materials NA is seeking a Freight Coordinator to direct the movement of customer freight and oversee daily logistics tasks. You will handle data entry, tracking, billing support, and communications with customers and vendors across domestic and international routes.

The role emphasizes accuracy, proactive vendor negotiations, and adherence to regulatory requirements, with a focus on timely deliveries and precise recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 4 years related experience in international transportation, logistics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with MS Excel and Word.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience/exposure to domestic and international logistics and transportation.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations, US Customs Compliance, C-TPAT, FAST, PIP and/or ACE e-Manifest.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and at a fast pace.
• Good knowledge of geographical countries to facilitate efficient routing.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; builds a positive team attitude.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement of internal and external freight for domestic and international shipments.
• Record and allocate pickup and delivery requests within the established countries.
• Maintain daily entry in freight management systems for freight activity.
• Maintain complete records for customer billing.
• Direct dispatch of drivers and vendor drivers.
• Negotiate pricing with current and potential vendors.
• Maintain daily contact with vendors to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain required spreadsheets and written/computerized records.
• Participate in health, safety and 6S initiatives as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Working under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

thyssenkrupp Materials NA is seeking a Freight Coordinator to direct the movement of customer freight and oversee daily logistics tasks. You will handle data entry, tracking, billing support, and communications with customers and vendors across domestic and international routes.

The role emphasizes accuracy, proactive vendor negotiations, and adherence to regulatory requirements, with a focus on timely deliveries and precise recordkeeping.