Strategic Logistics & Freight Coordination Specialist

BCforward; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing and IT solutions firm based in Chicago is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage logistical movements across various transport modes. In this role, you'll work with freight forwarders and rail companies, coordinate tendering activities using Mercury Gate and SAP, and ensure accurate freight cost calculations. Ideal candidates must be diligent and able to pass background checks. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of goods movement and service delivery in the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Plan logistical movements across all relevant modes.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders for marine shipments.
• Collaborate with rail companies for rail shipments.
• Coordinate tendering activities leveraging Mercury Gate and SAP.
• Coordinate activities regarding movement of goods across various modes.
• Work with customer service for tendering exception processes.
• Calculate freight costs for each movement.
• Pass information to accounts payable for payment.

Job description

A prominent staffing and IT solutions firm based in Chicago is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage logistical movements across various transport modes. In this role, you'll work with freight forwarders and rail companies, coordinate tendering activities using Mercury Gate and SAP, and ensure accurate freight cost calculations. Ideal candidates must be diligent and able to pass background checks. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of goods movement and service delivery in the logistics sector.