Logistics Coordinator

Mercy-Ships-; Lindale (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Ships is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to provide comprehensive logistical support for vessels and land-based programs in Lindale, Texas. The role focuses on coordinating shipments, ensuring hazmat compliance, and maintaining accurate records, while aligning with Mercy Ships’ values and safety standards.

The successful candidate will liaise with warehouse teams, stay current with international shipping regulations, and maintain certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in warehouse environment preferred.
• Mercy Ships Entry Training completed within the first year.
• Hazmat certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

MS Office

Inventory software

Initiative

Servant leadership

Mission-driven

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Warehouse experience

Mercy Ships Entry Training

Hazmat Certification

Tools

Inventory management software

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.

Compensation range for this position is $43,000 - $48,000

This is a full time, onsite position located at our office in Lindale, Texas

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.