Logistics Coordinator

Old World Industries, LLC.; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k) plan

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Identity theft insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending and HSA

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Legal benefits

Critical illness insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Old World Industries, LLC. seeks a Logistics Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and monitor inbound and outbound materials, supporting production and customer delivery requirements. You will collaborate with production, customer service, warehouses, carriers, and customers to ship accurately and cost-effectively.

The role supports inventory accuracy, transportation troubleshooting, and documentation compliance, while contributing to plant administrative activities and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, customer service, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency, including intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• SAP or ERP system experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage changing deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments preferred.
• APICS certification or related supply chain certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review customer orders, production schedules, and inventory to coordinate outbound shipment plans.
• Coordinate with carriers, customer service, production, and shipping personnel to schedule pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor shipment status and communicate delays or service concerns.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation including bills of lading and carrier paperwork.
• Maintain transportation records and filing in accordance with requirements.
• Assist with freight quoting, carrier selection, and transportation cost tracking.
• Support inventory and warehouse activities by coordinating product availability and shipment readiness.
• Resolve order discrepancies, damaged shipments, or delivery issues with internal teams.
• Analyze shipping trends and identify opportunities to improve delivery performance and efficiency.
• Provide administrative support to plant leadership and coordinate special projects.

Skills

Logistics

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associates degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Position Purpose

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the movement of inbound and outbound materials to support production and customer delivery requirements. This position serves as a key link between production, customer service, warehouses, carriers, and customers to ensure products are shipped accurately, cost-effectively, and on time. The role also supports inventory accuracy, transportation troubleshooting, documentation compliance, and plant administrative activities to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations.

Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities

• Review customer orders, production schedules, and inventory availability to coordinate outbound shipment plans
• Coordinate with carriers, customer service, production, and shipping personnel to schedule pickups and deliveries and ensure customer requirements are met
• Monitor shipment status, track freight movement, and proactively communicate delays, missed pickups, or service concerns
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation including bills of lading, shipping labels, carrier paperwork, and customer portal uploads
• Maintain accurate transportation records and ensure documentation is completed and filed in accordance with company and customer requirements
• Assist with freight quoting, carrier selection, and transportation cost tracking as needed
• Support inventory and warehouse activities by coordinating product availability and shipment readiness
• Work with internal departments to resolve order discrepancies, damaged shipments, delivery issues, and other logistics-related concerns
• Analyze shipping trends and identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, efficiency, and customer service
• Provide administrative support to plant leadership as needed, including reporting and coordination of special projects
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, PPE requirements, and applicable transportation regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives

Education, Skills and Abilities

• Associates degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, customer service, or supply chain operations preferred
• Strong computer proficiency, including intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• SAP or ERP system experience preferred
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage changing deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments preferred
• APICS certification or related supply chain certification is a plus

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World's brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.