Crane Operations & Logistics Specialist

Kids for the Future; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Company-paid STD/LTD

Job summary

SANY America seeks a Logistics Coordinator-Cranes to coordinate the transportation, delivery, and documentation of cranes and related equipment across North America. This role serves as the liaison between Crane Sales, customers, dealers, ports, carriers, and internal teams to ensure safe, accurate, and on-schedule shipments.

With deep experience in heavy equipment logistics, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, proactive problem solving, and clear communication to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive crane-industry logistics experience.
• Experience with cranes, construction equipment, oversized loads, or port operations preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, dealers, carriers, ports, vendors, and internal leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation of cranes and related equipment.
• Schedule deliveries from ports, warehouses, factories to customers and dealers.
• Obtain and compare transportation quotes for oversized, overweight, breakbulk, and standard shipments.
• Track shipments and provide timely delivery updates to customers, dealers, sales personnel, and management.
• Review freight invoices and investigate discrepancies, detention, demurrage, charges, or damage claims.

Skills

Crane industry experience

Logistics coordination

Customer communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Location 318 Sany Way,Peachtree City, GA, 30269,United States
• Employee Type FT Exempt

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE**Must Have Heavy Equipment Experience (Canes)**

As part of the Americas team, SANY is seeking a driven, forward-thinking, and highly motivated Logistics Coordinator-Cranes,to coordinate the transportation, delivery, and documentation of cranes and related equipment throughout North America. This position serves as the primary link between the Crane Sales team, customers, dealers, factories, ports, carriers, and internal departments to ensure equipment is delivered safely, accurately, and on schedule. The role requires strong organization, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple high-value equipment shipments at the same time.

With deep investment and backing from SANY Group, the Americas business continues to grow rapidly, and this role is critical to delivering competitive, customer-focused products that support long-term market expansion.

With current revenues over $500 million, SANY America continues to make strong progress and significant investments in the Americas market; the organization is now pursuing an aggressive growth strategy and is looking to move quickly beyond this initial platform and increase market share.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation of cranes, attachments, and related equipment.
• Schedule deliveries from ports, warehouses, factories, and storage locations to customers and dealers.
• Obtain and compare transportation quotes for oversized, overweight, breakbulk, and standard equipment shipments.
• Confirm load out scenarios, equipment dimensions, weights, permits, escorts, routing, and delivery requirements with carriers.
• Track shipments and provide timely delivery updates to customers, dealers, sales personnel, and management.
• Coordinate vessel arrivals, customs clearance, port releases, inspections, and pickup scheduling.
• Review bills of lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, delivery receipts, and related shipping documents for accuracy.
• Verify delivery locations, site access, unloading requirements, and customer contacts before dispatch.
• Maintain accurate shipment and delivery information in company systems and logistics tracking reports.
• Review freight invoices and investigate discrepancies, detention, demurrage, accessorial charges, or equipment damage claims.
• Coordinate with the Crane Sales & Service teams to prioritize deliveries based on customer commitments and business needs.
• Support inventory transfers among company facilities, dealers, customers, and service locations.
• Assist with international shipments and communication with overseas factories and freight-forwarding partners.
• Identify potential delays or delivery problems and proactively develop solutions.
• Develop qualified carrier relationships and monitor service, safety, and cost performance.
• Ensure transportation activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER & FIELD SUPPORT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support new-customer crane deliveries, including pre-delivery coordination, site readiness, equipment handoff, and confirmation that required documentation is complete.
• Provide or coordinate customer and dealer product-familiarization training covering crane features, controls, routine inspections, maintenance expectations, and proper use of manufacturer manuals and documentation.
• Assist with the planning, coordination, assembly, and disassembly of newly delivered cranes in accordance with manufacturer procedures, site requirements, and applicable safety standards.
• Coordinate qualified personnel, tools, support equipment, transport loads, permits, and jobsite requirements needed for crane assembly and disassembly activities.
• Serve as an on-site liaison among the customer, dealer, carrier, service personnel, and Crane Sales team during delivery, setup, commissioning, and customer acceptance.
• Document delivery condition, assembly progress, training completion, customer acceptance, and any outstanding technical or parts-related items requiring follow-up.
• Travel to customer locations as needed to support deliveries, crane builds, product familiarization, and other new-customer requirements. Identify opportunities to improve and standardize business processes.
• Perform assembly, disassembly, training, or technical activities only within the employee’s demonstrated qualifications and company authorization; regulated operator or certification training must be conducted by appropriately qualified personnel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in the crane industry, including relevant logistics, delivery, assembly, service, operations, or customer-support responsibilities.
• Experience with cranes, construction equipment, oversized loads, breakbulk shipping, or port operations strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, dealers, carriers, ports, vendors, and internal leadership.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and remain composed when schedules or delivery conditions change.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Planning and organization
• Communication and follow-through
• Problem-solving
• Sense of urgency
• Cross-functional teamwork

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily office-based, with occasional visits to ports, warehouses, customer sites, or equipment yards.
• Occasional travel and after-hours availability may be required for vessel schedules, port releases, or urgent delivery issues.
• Must be comfortable working around cranes, trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment while following required safety procedures.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Documentation accuracy
• Quality of shipment updates
• Reduction of avoidable accessorial charges
• Customer and dealer satisfaction
• Timely resolution of delivery issues and damage claims

EDUCATION

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field preferred.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• 50% Travel

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Company paid STD and LTD benefits
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SANY America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE NOTICE

SANY America is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screenings, including drug and/or alcohol testing, as a condition of employment where permitted by applicable law. Testing requirements, employment practices, and workplace policies may vary based on work location, position responsibilities, business necessity, workplace safety considerations, customer requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.

SANY America complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to marijuana/cannabis use, including applicable medical and recreational marijuana laws where permitted. However, applicants and employees are prohibited from being impaired or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other prohibited substances while working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, performing safety sensitive duties, conducting Company business, or while on Company property, consistent with applicable law.

Certain positions may be designated as safety sensitive or subject to additional regulatory, customer, contractual, operational, or workplace safety requirements and may require participation in pre employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, follow up, or other drug and/or alcohol testing programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.