Logistics Coordinator

nVent; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

nVent in Tempe is seeking a Logistics Coordinator I to coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, support customer delivery requirements, and ensure smooth day-to-day logistics operations. You will work closely with warehouse, production, and customer service teams, analyze logistics data, and drive improvements while maintaining safety, quality, and on-time performance.

The role offers $22.00 per hour, Tuesday–Friday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, providing a three‑day weekend

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in logistics or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong communication/organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments to ensure on-time delivery to customers and distribution centers.
• Manage transportation providers, freight carriers, and third-party logistics partners to optimize cost, service, and performance.
• Monitor shipment activity, resolve transportation issues, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Prepare and maintain shipping, export, customs, and transportation documentation while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Skills

Logistics operations

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication & organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. Join nVent's Tempe manufacturing team as a Logistics Coordinator I, where you will play an important role in coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, supporting customer delivery requirements, and ensuring smooth day-to-day logistics operations. This position works closely with warehouse, production, customer service, and transportation partners to ensure products are shipped accurately, on time, and in compliance with company standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Compensation: $22.00 per hour Schedule: Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This schedule offers a three-day weekend every week while supporting critical shipping and logistics operations.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Coordinate domestic and international shipments to ensure on-time delivery to customers and distribution centers.
• Manage transportation providers, freight carriers, and third-party logistics partners to optimize cost, service, and performance.
• Monitor shipment activity, resolve transportation issues, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Prepare and maintain shipping, export, customs, and transportation documentation while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Analyze logistics data and transportation trends to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
• Partner with warehouse, production, and customer service teams to prioritize shipments and support customer requirements.
• Support inventory accuracy and material movement processes across the operation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction.

YOU HAVE:

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.

Years of Experience

2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, warehousing, or a related field preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of transportation, freight, and logistics operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Abilities to Meet the Physical and Environmental Demands

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing/warehouse environments
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift and move materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

We Have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within a global manufacturing organization
• A collaborative culture focused on innovation, integrity, and customer success
• Employee volunteer and community engagement opportunities through nVent in Action
• A safe, inclusive workplace dedicated to employee development and continuous improvement

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.

We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.