Logistics Coordinator

Holly Poultry, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

One Fine Family in Baltimore seeks a Logistics Coordinator to support outbound transportation for foodservice and retail customers. You will coordinate shipments with the company fleet and third-party carriers, ensuring on-time delivery and high service levels.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in transportation or logistics, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. This role offers growth within transportation operations and may require flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; logistics education is a plus.
• 1–3 years in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hours of Service, and transportation compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule daily outbound shipments to meet delivery requirements.
• Track carrier status to ensure timely pickup and delivery.
• Update delivery appointments and changes in real time.
• Communicate delays or service issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Logistics or supply chain education (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Logistics Coordinator (Foodservice & Retail Transportation)

Position Summary

The Logistics Coordinator assists in the daily coordination of outbound transportation operations supporting both foodservice and retail customers. This role supports the Transportation Planning Lead in ensuring all shipments are scheduled, tracked, and executed effectively to support on-time delivery and high customer service standards.

The Logistics Coordinator works closely with Sales, Production, and Warehouse teams to confirm order readiness and delivery schedules, while assisting in the coordination of shipments using both the company's local transportation fleet and third-party carriers for deliveries outside the service area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Transportation Coordination Support

• Assist in coordinating and scheduling daily outbound shipments to meet customer delivery requirements
• Create loads, track, and monitor carrier status to ensure timely pickup and delivery
• Coordinate scheduling delivery and pickup appointments and updating changes in real time
• Facilitate monitoring shipment progress and communicate delays or service issues as directed

Carrier and Fleet Coordination Support

• Coordinate local deliveries utilizing the company's transportation fleet
• Support the sourcing and coordination of third-party carriers for shipments outside the service area
• Maintaining relationships with carriers to support consistent service levels
• Facilitate rate requests and carrier communication as needed

Communication and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the communication link between Sales, Production, and Warehouse teams to ensure alignment on order readiness and delivery schedules
• Provide updates on delivery status, delays, and changes to internal stakeholders
• Communicate with carriers and drivers regarding delivery expectations and schedule changes as directed

Issue Resolution Support

• Assist in identifying and resolving transportation issues such as delays, missed appointments, and routing challenges
• Communicate and document service disruptions and corrective actions
• Escalate issues to the Transportation Planning Lead as appropriate

Administrative and Documentation Support

• Maintain accurate shipment records, tracking information, and delivery documentation
• Monitor transportation-related emails and phone calls and respond in a timely manner
• Request and file of Proof of Delivery (POD) and related documentation

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide support for after-hours coverage as needed based on operational requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned to support transportation and logistics operations

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional logistics or supply chain education is a plus
• 1-3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or coordination role preferred
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, including Hours of Service and transportation compliance requirements
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Problem-solving ability with attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support changing priorities
• Willingness to learn and develop within transportation operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with third-party carriers or transportation operations
• Exposure to food distribution or time-sensitive delivery environments
• Familiarity with dispatch or transportation coordination processes

Work Environment & Expectations

• Fast-paced, operations-driven environment requiring frequent coordination across departments
• May require early mornings, evenings, weekends, or extended hours based on business needs
• Ability to respond quickly to changing operational demands and priorities

Company Description

One Fine Family is built on a simple belief - everyone deserves great chicken at a great price. Proudly based in Baltimore for more than 60 years, we've grown into a family of brands united by that purpose. One Fine Chicken delivers "Better Chicken for Everyone" with premium qua