Sr. Logistics coordinator

Ultimate Staffing Services; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Duluth, GA is seeking a Logistics Coordinator Sr.staff to oversee end-to-end logistics across Ocean Import, Ocean Export, US Drayage, and Air Freight. You will manage customer communication, coordinate with carriers and drayage vendors, and ensure billing accuracy for key accounts.

Roles include coordinating schedules, reviewing shipping documents, and monitoring performance. Strong English, MS Office skills, and attention to detail are essential for successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, International Trade, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in ocean/air freight operations (import/export/drayage preferred).
• Business-level English communication (email/phone).
• Proficient in MS Office and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Ocean Import: manage schedules, review docs, track inbound cargo, resolve issues via customer comms.
• Ocean Export: process bookings, prepare docs, coordinate with carriers, support export clearance.
• US Drayage: coordinate pickups, negotiate rates, manage demurrage/detention charges.
• Air Freight: coordinate urgent shipments, manage flight schedules and freight rates.
• Provide regular status updates and issue reporting to customers.
• Verify vendor rates/invoices and manage billing/settlement process.
• Handle freight claims and billing disputes.
• Maintain logistics data and prepare KPI reports.

Skills

English

MS Office

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/International Trade/Business/related field

Tools

TMS/ERP systems

Job description

Salary: USD29 - USD30 per hour

Position Information

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