Logistics Coordinator

Life Couriers; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

EAP

Life insurance

Hospital indemnity

Paid Time Off

Sick Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Life Couriers in Uniondale, NY, seeks a Logistics Coordinator to oversee dispatching, warehouse operations, and customer service for time-critical shipments. You will coordinate transportation providers, review shipping documents, respond to inquiries, and build efficient routes while maintaining high service standards.

Flexibility is essential as business needs change; prior dispatcher or administrative experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Middle/high school education required with strong administrative background.
• Experience coordinating schedules, routes and personnel.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic scheduling software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform under stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt movement of shipments.
• Responding to customer inquiries and directing clients appropriately.
• Reviewing purchase orders and shipping documents for accuracy.
• Notifying clients of potential delays and arranging alternatives.
• Building routes and recurring orders in the transportation management system (TMS).
• Tracking and correcting shipping errors to maintain service standards.

Skills

MS Suite

Communication

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Multitasking

Stress management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or higher

2+ years in an administrative role

2+ years in customer service

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Description

At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life‘s critical moments – to save lives. We are here to deliver the world‘s most time-critical diagnostics and therapies. Wherever logistics can make the biggest difference to a patient‘s life, you‘ll find us first. We aim to be the world‘s foremost group of life sciences logistics experts and we are committed to constantly pushing ourselves and the market towards new solutions for the benefit of patients. Life Couriers offers customized supply chain solutions by integrating specialized logistics services, providing a seamless customer experience.

At Life Couriers, our culture is guided by our C.A.R.E. values:

• Customer Excellence – We provide customers with a patient-focused experience, ensuring every delivery supports critical moments in patient care.
  
• Accountability – We own our actions, conduct, and performance. We learn from our mistakes and are dedicated solution finders, driving the business forward with a patient-first quality emphasis.
  
• Respect – Our employees are the heart of our success. We are approachable, open, and honest with each other and work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
  
• Enthusiasm – We promote a culture of engagement in what we do. We work hard but also value teamwork, knowing it will drive our future growth and help deliver outstanding patient-focused logistics solutions.

A Logistics Coordinator is an essential role that helps a company get their product into the consumers’ hands in a timely manner. Their responsibilities include overseeing aspects of dispatching, warehouse operations, and providing excellent customer service to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments.
• Responding to customer inquiries and referring clients to the proper channels.
• Reviewing purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy.
• Notify clients well in advance of potential late deliveries.
• Making special shipping arrangements as necessary.
• Build routes and reoccurring orders in TMS.
• Tracking and fixing shipping errors.
• Ensuring that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards.
• Developing processes that make the supply chain more efficient and organized.
• Monitor driver electronic logs, driver scorecards, and E-log hardware.
• Cover routes if needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Schedule:

• Monday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Friday: -
• Saturday: -
• Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

These hours are subject to change based off business needs. Flexibility in availability is essential, as adjustments may be required to meet operational demands. Further information will be discussed during the interviewing process.

Salary Range:

$66,300-$70,000 Annually

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with others under any type of condition.
• Excellent clerical and organizational skills to keep track of schedules, routes and personnel.
• Knowledge of computers for scheduling and other dispatching duties.
• Ability to multitask with different, and sometimes conflicting, events happening at the same time.
• Able to work under stress in a fast-paced work environment.
• Keen attention to detail.

Travel & Work Conditions:

• Primarily sedentary.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Possible exposure to extreme hot or cold weather elements when outside or driving.

Education and Experience:

• At least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or higher required.
• 2+ years of experience in an administrative role required.
• 2+ years of customer service experience required.
• Has a valid driver's license with no more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents in the previous 3 years.

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.

Safety Sensitive Position:

• No.

What we offer:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
• 401(k) with match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid and optional Life Insurance
• Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization

Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Life Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.