Sr. Logistics coordinator

Ultimate Staffing; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Duluth, GA is seeking a Sr. Logistics Coordinator to oversee end-to-end logistics across ocean import/export, US drayage and air freight. You will manage customer communication, coordinate with carriers and forwarders, and ensure accurate freight billing for key accounts.

Responsibilities include scheduling, document review, rate verification, KPI reporting, and issue resolution. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years in freight operations, strong MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, international trade, business or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in ocean/air freight operations.
• Business-level English communication via email and phone.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ocean Import: Manage shipping schedules, review docs, track inbound cargo, resolve issues via customer communication.
• Ocean Export: Process bookings, prepare/ review shipping documents, coordinate with carriers, support export clearance.
• US Drayage: Coordinate port/rail terminal pickup/delivery, negotiate rates, manage demurrage/detention charges.
• Air Freight: Coordinate urgent shipments, manage flight schedules and freight rates, communicate with forwarders.
• Provide status updates and issue reporting to customers; verify vendor invoices and manage billing.

Skills

Business-level English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/International Trade/Business

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

TMS/ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Logistics coordinator Sr.staff

Contract Period: 1yr.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:30 PM

Job Summary

This role is responsible for end-to-end logistics operations across Ocean Import, Ocean Export, US Drayage, and Air Freight. The position manages customer communication, coordinates with carriers, forwarders, and drayage vendors, and oversees freight cost/billing accuracy to ensure smooth and reliable logistics execution for key accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Ocean Import: Manage shipping schedules, review B/L and customs documentation, track inbound cargo, and resolve issues through timely customer communication
• Ocean Export: Process bookings, prepare and review shipping documents (S/O, B/L, etc.), coordinate schedules with carriers, and support export customs clearance
• US Drayage: Coordinate port/rail terminal pickup and delivery schedules, negotiate and settle drayage vendor rates, and manage demurrage/detention charges
• Air Freight: Coordinate urgent and special cargo shipments, manage flight schedules and freight rates, and communicate with forwarders
• Provide regular status updates and issue reporting to customers
• Verify vendor (carrier, forwarder, drayage company) rates and invoices, and manage the billing/settlement process
• Handle freight claims and billing dispute resolution
• Maintain logistics data and prepare reports (KPIs, cost analysis, etc.)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Logistics, International Trade, Business, or related field preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in ocean/air freight operations (experience in import, export, or drayage preferred)
• Business-level English communication skills (email and phone correspondence)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high level of responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a freight forwarder, ocean carrier, or 3PL
• Understanding of US drayage/terminal operations
• Experience using TMS/ERP or other logistics systems
• Experience supporting manufacturing (especially solar/energy sector) accounts

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.