Global Logistics Coordinator: Shipments & Optimization

Talentify; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee transportation and delivery of goods, coordinating with suppliers, carriers, and customers to optimize the supply chain and maintain high customer satisfaction.

The role requires 2+ years in logistics management, experience with air freight and international shipments, and proficiency in Excel and MS Office. Effective communication and problem-solving are essential to ensure on-time, cost-efficient shipments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics management.
• Experience with international logistics and air freight.
• Strong understanding of transportation management and freight forwarding.
• Excellent communication, data entry, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams/Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Works with customers and carrier partners to ensure on-time pickup and delivery while tracking drivers throughout shipment
• Negotiates rates with carriers and confirms correct customer charges applied to realize a margin
• Manages accounts and solves problems with a customer service-oriented approach
• Performs data entry functions in our TMS and web-based customer portals
• Booking carriers at competitive rates and spot-quoting freight movements to realize a margin
• Tracking cargo and equipment from pickup to delivery to ensure safe, timely transport of customer freight
• Vet and on-board safe carriers according to thresholds and standards set forth by company policy
• Check steamship line and container terminal websites for accurate, updated booking and container details to support our drayage movements
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Logistics management

International logistics

Air freight

Freight forwarding

Data entry

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

TMS

Job description

Talentify is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee transportation and delivery of goods, coordinating with suppliers, carriers, and customers to optimize the supply chain and maintain high customer satisfaction.

The role requires 2+ years in logistics management, experience with air freight and international shipments, and proficiency in Excel and MS Office. Effective communication and problem-solving are essential to ensure on-time, cost-efficient shipments.