Logistics Coordinator

Jobtailor; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Franklin Park, IL is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee the movement of goods from suppliers to customers. You will collaborate with multiple departments to ensure on-time, on-budget shipments that meet customer specifications.

You will track inventory, prepare shipping documents, and resolve issues such as delays or damaged shipments while maintaining accurate records and monitoring transportation costs for efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or related field preferred but not required
• At least 2 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management preferred
• Experience working in a transportation or logistics company is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and customs requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience using transportation management software is a plus
• Fluency in English is required
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the movement of goods, materials, and products from suppliers to customers
• Work closely with various departments within the company to ensure shipments are delivered on time, within budget, and according to customer specifications
• Responsible for tracking shipments, managing inventory levels, and resolving any issues that may arise during the shipping process
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure shipments are delivered on time and according to customer specifications
• Prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs documentation
• Track shipments and manage inventory levels
• Resolve any issues that arise during the shipping process, including delays, damages, and lost shipments
• Maintain accurate records of all shipping transactions
• Monitor transportation costs and work to minimize expenses
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments

Skills

Logistics Management

Supply Chain Coordination

Inventory Management

Transportation Regulations Knowledge

Microsoft Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• responsible for coordinating and managing the movement of goods, materials, and products from suppliers to customers
• work closely with various departments within the company to ensure that shipments are delivered on time, within budget, and according to customer specifications
• responsible for tracking shipments, managing inventory levels, and resolving any issues that may arise during the shipping process
• communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure shipments are delivered on time and according to customer specifications
• prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs documentation
• track shipments and manage inventory levels
• resolve any issues that arise during the shipping process, including delays, damages, and lost shipments
• maintain accurate records of all shipping transactions
• monitor transportation costs and work to minimize expenses
• stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred but not required
• At least 2 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management is preferred
• Experience working in a transportation or logistics company is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and customs requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience using transportation management software is a plus
• Fluency in English is required
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in logistics and supply chain management, with a strong focus on coordinating shipments, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. Proficient in communication and problem-solving to effectively resolve shipping issues and maintain accurate records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Coordination
• Inventory Management
• Transportation Regulations Knowledge
• Microsoft Excel Proficiency

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Inventory Management
• Shipping Documentation Preparation
• Transportation Regulations Knowledge

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Attention to Detail

Industry Keywords

• Shipping Coordination
• Customs Documentation
• Transportation Costs Monitoring
• Shipping Transactions Record Keeping
• Industry Trends Awareness

Tools & Technologies

• Transportation Management Software
• Microsoft Office