Logistics Coordinator

Mercy Ships; Lindale (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Ships seeks a Logistics Coordinator to provide logistical support for vessels and land-based programs, ensuring timely delivery of medical and general supplies. The role includes coordinating shipments, maintaining hazmat records, and staying current with regulations.

Ideal candidates possess basic MS Office skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to Mercy Ships’ mission and values.

Qualifications

• Requires basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn inventory software.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Supports Mercy Ships mission and core values in daily work.
• Shows servant leadership, collaboration, integrity and excellence in all actions.

Responsibilities

• Liaises with Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics Manager, Procurement Coordinators, and vessel/land teams.
• Keeps up to date with internal guidelines, customs and hazardous goods regulations, and maintains certifications.
• Coordinate outgoing air and ocean shipments ensuring compliance with DOT, IATA, ICAO, IMDG for hazmat.
• Ensure hazmat packaging, labeling and documentation; maintain records of hazmat materials.
• Select shipping methods for standard, cold chain and hazmat shipments to optimize cost and delivery time.
• Track shipments, update shipment tracker, and communicate issues to Logistics Manager.
• Oversee Mail Room staff in absence of Logistics Manager.
• Maintain alignment with Mercy Ships Core Values and Compass policies.
• Follow the model of Jesus by Loving God, Loving and Serving Others; Integrity and Excellence.

Skills

MS Office

Inventory software

Initiative

Servant leadership

Teamwork

Integrity

Excellence

Education

High School diploma

Mercy Ships Entry Training

Tools

Hazmat Certification

Job description

The Logistics Coordinator provides logistical support services to Mercy Ships vessels and land-based programs to provided essential medical and general supplies in a timely manner.

How You'll Contribute

• Liaises and communicates with Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics Manager, Procurement Coordinators, and designated personnel on each vessel and land-based teams.
• Stay up to date on internal company guidelines, international customs and hazardous goods regulations, and maintains relevant certifications.
• Coordinate outgoing air and ocean shipments ensuring compliance with all relevant shipping regulations (DOT, IATA, ICAO, IMDG, etc.) for hazardous materials.
• Ensure hazardous materials are properly packaged, labeled, and documented for safe shipment. Maintain records of all hazardous materials.
• Select appropriate shipping methods for standard, cold chain, and hazmat shipments to optimize cost and delivery time while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Track shipments, update internal shipment tracker, and communicate all issues to Logistics Manager.
• Oversee Mail Room staff, functions, and duties in absence of Logistics Manager.
• Maintains alignment and upholds Mercy Ships Core Values, Code of Conduct, and follows the policies and procedures published on Compass.
• Follows the model of Jesus and aligns with our core values by Loving God; Loving and Serving Others; Being a Person of Integrity; and a Person of Excellence in all you say and do.

The Ideal Candidate

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft office with willingness and ability to learn inventory management software system.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision and committed to its core values.
• Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability.
• Follow the example of Jesus by Loving God; Loving and Serving Others; Being a Person of Integrity and a Person of Excellence in all you say and do.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or its equivalent required.
• Prior experience in warehouse environment is preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Successful completed of Mercy Ships Entry Training will be required within the first year.

Certifications

• Multi-Modal Hazmat Certification or ability to get it within 30 days of hire.