Logistics Coordinator Job at Red Shift, Guilderland, NY

  • Red Shift
  • Guilderland, NY

Job Description

Logistics Coordinator

Pay Rate: $28-$30/hour; Based on experience

Location: Near Guilderland, NY (On-site)

Position Type: Temporary (Approximately 6 Months) with Potential for Temp-to-Hire

Experience: 2+ years of logistics coordination experience required

Import/export and transportation coordination experience preferred

Our client in the Guilderland, NY area is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support global transportation and shipping operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented logistics professional who enjoys coordinating complex shipments, working with international vendors and carriers, and ensuring compliance with shipping and trade regulations. This temporary opportunity offers the potential for long-term employment and provides exposure to domestic and international logistics, transportation planning, supply chain operations, and import/export processes.

Responsibilities of the Logistics Coordinator will include:

* Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities for domestic and international shipments

* Arrange freight movement through various transportation channels and carriers

* Evaluate shipping requirements, freight costs, and transportation options for customer orders

* Develop and maintain positive relationships with carriers, vendors, and internal departments

* Review transportation costs and communicate freight considerations prior to shipment

* Ensure compliance with customer shipping specifications and delivery requirements

* Create, review, and maintain shipping documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and related records

* Assist with import/export compliance and transportation documentation requirements

* Monitor shipment activity and proactively resolve shipping or transportation issues

* Utilize SAP and related systems to process shipping transactions, inventory movements, and order information

* Analyze logistics metrics and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and service levels

* Support compliance with C-TPAT, Export Administration Regulations, and other shipping requirements

* Maintain accurate shipment records and documentation files

* Collaborate with operations, customer service, purchasing, and other departments to support business objectives

Qualifications for the role of Logistics Coordinator:

* 2+ years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or shipping coordination experience required

* Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

* Strong knowledge of transportation coordination and freight management practices

* Experience with import/export documentation and shipping compliance preferred

* SAP experience strongly preferred

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook

* Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills

* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

* Knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs documentation, and trade compliance is a plus

* Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments preferred

redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions, connecting skilled professionals with top employers across the region.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work at office

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