Logistics Coordinator

Daikin Comfort; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort Houston is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to ensure daily workload is generated and distributed to the floor for all distribution center and warehouse operations. You will coordinate with the Logistics Operations team, direct trailer flow in the yard and doors, and communicate clearly with forklift drivers, operations, and office staff to maintain efficient service.

This role requires flexibility, outdoor work in various weather, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of office support or customer service experience preferred.
• 3–5 years in a large distribution control/logistics environment.
• WMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Logistics Operations to provide logistical support for daily Operations Team.
• Direct the trailers in the yard and doors to ensure smooth flow and faster service.
• Communicate effectively with forklift drivers, operations, and office personnel.
• Complete paperwork, data entry and maintain files in an organized and timely manner.
• Follow safety rules and regulations; adhere to company policies and procedures; includes weekend shifts.
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.

Skills

PKMS

MAPICS

Power Link

ISL system

MS Office

Pivot tables

Data entry

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Judgement & integrity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Job description

The Logistics Coordinator duties will be directly related to ensuring workload is available, generated and distributed to the floor daily for all DC and warehouse operational functions. Ensures work aligns with established goals and processes.

Position Responsibilities May Include

• Work with Logistics Operations Department to provide logistical support for daily Operations Team.
• Work as traffic control to successfully direct the trailers in the yard and doors to ensure good flow and faster service
• Communicate effectively with forklift drivers, operations, and office personnel effectively and professionally and be able to articulate thoughts and ideas to others.
• Complete paperwork, data entry and maintain files in an organized and timely manner.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Must be flexible in work schedule, including weekends.
• Must be willing to work outdoors, including in inclement weather.
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.

Nature & Scope

• Works within well-defined instructions
• Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks
• Work is closely supervised

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to learn and use PKMS proficiently
• Higher MAPICS functionality
• Power Link access & knowledge
• ISL system access and functional knowledge
• Advanced MS office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) & VISIO flow charting
• MS Excel skills include creation of pivot tables, charts and import/export data
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work
• Dependable and work well in a team environment
• Ability to plan schedules and deadlines, and take actions with following the schedules
• Ability to interact effectively with management, staff and internal customers
• Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to deal with reprioritize tasks in response to unexpected changes in priorities/requests
• Foresight to anticipate and solve practical problems and resolve issues
• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.

Competency

Experience

• 3 plus years of office support and/or customer service experience preferred
• 3-5 years working in a large Distribution Control-Logistics environment
• WMS experience preferred

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or GED

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Must be able to lift boxes and/or equipment of up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations

Reports To

• Operations Supervisors/Managers

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.