Logistics Coordinator

LHH; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

LHH in Knoxville seeks a Logistics Coordinator to join our operations team and ensure timely delivery of goods. You will manage shipments, coordinate with carriers, and keep stakeholders informed while optimizing transportation costs.

Ideal candidates have a background in logistics and proficiency with ERP/WMS/TMS systems, Excel, and strong problem-solving skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operations experience.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, or Transportation Management Systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Schedule and track transportation activities with carriers and freight providers.
• Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or transportation issues.
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation, records, and inventory reports.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers, customers, warehouses, and internal departments.
• Analyze logistics data and provide updates on delivery performance and shipping costs.
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment activities.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Shipping knowledge

Freight coordination

Inventory management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Our client, a growing and fast-paced organization in the Knoxville area, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has a strong background in transportation, shipping, scheduling, and supply chain coordination.

The Logistics Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring products are delivered efficiently and on time while maintaining exceptional communication with carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Schedule and track transportation activities with carriers and freight providers
• Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve delays, discrepancies, or transportation issues
• Maintain accurate shipping documentation, records, and inventory reports
• Communicate regularly with suppliers, customers, warehouses, and internal departments
• Analyze logistics data and provide updates on delivery performance and shipping costs
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment activities
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or operations experience
• Strong knowledge of shipping, freight coordination, and inventory management practices
• Experience working with ERP, WMS, or transportation management systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefit offerings include PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and 401K plan. Provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.