Global Logistics Coordinator for Defense Tech

Powerus; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerus is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage domestic and international shipments, freight management, and supplier operations across our platform. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, finance, procurement, and external logistics partners to ensure compliant, timely, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities in a rapidly growing defense-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of logistics, supply chain, procurement or operations experience.
• Experience coordinating domestic and international freight.
• Knowledge of parcel carriers, LTL, FTL and international freight forwarding.
• Familiarity with customs documentation and import/export processes.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments across multiple business units.
• Manage relationships with parcel carriers, freight providers, customs brokers and freight forwarders.
• Monitor shipment status, proactively resolve delays and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and complete.
• Support import and export activities while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments for manufacturing, engineering and customer deliveries.
• Manage day to day relationships with domestic and international 3PL providers.
• Monitor service levels, inventory accuracy and fulfilment performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve logistics efficiency, lead times and customer experience.
• Support future warehouse and fulfilment initiatives as the company scales.
• Support sourcing initiatives for operational and manufacturing requirements.
• Coordinate vendor purchases and purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers across multiple categories.
• Assist with supplier onboarding and vendor performance tracking.
• Help diversify the supplier base to improve resilience and reduce supply chain risk.
• Maintain accurate logistics, inventory and shipment records.
• Support production planning by ensuring materials arrive on schedule.
• Coordinate packaging requirements with manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Assist with inventory transfers between facilities and external partners.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and supply chain operations.
• Obtain and evaluate freight quotations.
• Negotiate shipping and logistics rates where appropriate.
• Monitor transportation costs and identify savings opportunities.
• Support cost analysis across freight, packaging and supplier activities.
• Work closely with Finance to resolve vendor payment issues.
• Coordinate with Legal and Operations to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Support customer deliveries and help resolve logistics related issues quickly.
• Participate in operational projects supporting company growth and acquisitions.

Skills

Freight coordination

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related discipline

Tools

NetSuite or ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Global shipping/tracking software

Job description

Powerus is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage domestic and international shipments, freight management, and supplier operations across our platform. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, finance, procurement, and external logistics partners to ensure compliant, timely, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities in a rapidly growing defense-focused environment.