Job Description
Join our award-winning logistics team as a Senior Shipping Coordinator in Houston! We're seeking a meticulous professional to oversee end-to-end shipping operations for our rapidly growing e-commerce division. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in one of America's busiest logistics hubs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate multi-carrier freight shipments across domestic and international routes
- Optimize routing and documentation for 50+ daily shipments
- Manage customs clearance for international shipments (HTS codes, NAFTA certifications)
- Monitor real-time shipment tracking and resolve transit delays
- Collaborate with warehouse team for dock scheduling and load planning
- Implement cost-saving measures in carrier negotiations
- Maintain compliance with FMCSA and IATA regulations
- Generate KPI reports on shipping performance metrics
Qualifications
- 3+ years of shipping coordination experience in Houston market
- Proficiency in TMS systems (Manhattan, SAP, or Oracle)
- OSHA Hazmat certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot table analysis
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred for Latin American routes
- Knowledge of Houston port/airport infrastructure
- Strong negotiation skills with carrier contracts
- Ability to manage high-volume seasonal shipping peaks