Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team in Baltimore as a Shipping Coordinator! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end shipping operations for our growing supply chain network. This immediate hire opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement in a fast-paced industry.
As a key member of our logistics department, you'll ensure seamless freight movement, coordinate with carriers, and maintain compliance with shipping regulations. Our company values precision, efficiency, and proactive problem-solving—traits we'll nurture through ongoing training and mentorship.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including booking freight carriers and managing documentation (BOLs, customs forms)
- Monitor shipment status proactively, resolving delays and exceptions to ensure on-time delivery
- Collaborate with warehouse teams to optimize loading schedules and container utilization
- Maintain accurate shipping records and generate performance reports for continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, and international shipping regulations
- Build and maintain relationships with 3PLs, freight brokers, and carrier partners
- Implement cost-saving measures in shipping processes without compromising service quality
Qualifications
- 3+ years' experience in freight coordination, logistics, or supply chain management
- Proficiency in TMS software (e.g., Oracle, Manhattan, or Descartes) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, LCL/FCL shipping, and customs clearance procedures
- Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot shipment disruptions
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time-management abilities
- Effective communication skills for coordinating across global teams and stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred
- Forklift certification and hazmat handling experience a plus