Logistics & Transportation Coordinator - ESOP

Ketchum & Walton Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biannual bonus opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ketchum & Walton Co. is seeking a detail-oriented logistics professional to coordinate transportation for internal teams, manage providers, and resolve shipment issues. The role emphasizes data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvements to ensure reliable, cost-effective deliveries.

Based in Columbus, OH, the ideal candidate leverages 1–3+ years in logistics, strong Excel skills, and experience with TMS to optimize transportation operations and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3+ years in logistics or related field.
• Experience with carriers, brokers, 3PLs or TMS preferred.
• Understanding of LTL, truckload, expedited deliveries.
• Strong analytical skills with pricing/service evaluation.
• Excel and Microsoft 365 proficiency with transportation data.
• Highly organized with multi-tasking ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ownership.
• Ability to travel to company locations as needed.
• Additional education or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary logistics contact for internal teams.
• Coordinate transportation requirements for direct shipments and site deliveries.
• Monitor shipments and resolve delays, claims, and carrier issues.
• Lead recurring logistics meetings and manage service providers.
• Track KPIs and analyze freight spend and performance.
• Collaborate across the organization to meet transportation needs.
• Support implementation of logistics tools and standardized work.
• Assist with fleet, DOT compliance, and safety tasks as assigned.
• Identify opportunities to improve service, cost, and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft 365

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

Ketchum & Walton Co. is seeking a detail-oriented logistics professional to coordinate transportation for internal teams, manage providers, and resolve shipment issues. The role emphasizes data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvements to ensure reliable, cost-effective deliveries.

Based in Columbus, OH, the ideal candidate leverages 1–3+ years in logistics, strong Excel skills, and experience with TMS to optimize transportation operations and compliance.