Logistics & Carrier Partnerships Specialist

GW Murphy, INC; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

GW Murphy Inc in Crown Point, IN is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to ensure smooth supply chain operations across our carrier network and internal teams. You will coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and oversee rate updates for US and Canada markets.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics systems, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. This is a full-time, in-person position with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Dependable, loyal, respectful, honest, and trustworthy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access).
• Strong knowledge of logistics principles and practices.
• Experience with demand planning and forecasting techniques.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements within logistics operations.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems and supply chain management software.
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Problem solving mindset with the ability to adapt in a fast paced environment.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Work independently in the absence of direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts and monitoring performance.
• Post available lanes to our network of Carriers (3PL/Carriers).
• Provide carriers with accurate, detailed information including any required shipping documents, pickup numbers, special details, etc.
• Updating Weekly rates to major cities across the US and Canada.
• Update orders through the order fulfillment process.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within logistics operations to enhance efficiency.
• Utilize transportation management systems to track shipments and manage logistics data effectively.
• Collaborate with supply chain management and Wholesale teams to ensure alignment across all functions.
• Maintain a respectful, courteous, and professional relationship with peers, drivers, customers, vendors, and carriers.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance metrics and present findings to management.
• Handle discrepancies for purchase orders, freight bills, sales orders, and invoices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Excel

Logistics knowledge

Demand planning

Process improvement

TMS experience

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Job description

GW Murphy Inc in Crown Point, IN is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to ensure smooth supply chain operations across our carrier network and internal teams. You will coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and oversee rate updates for US and Canada markets.

The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics systems, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. This is a full-time, in-person position with a Monday–Friday schedule.