Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team at Pacific Express Logistics as a Shipping Coordinator in Oakland, CA. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to streamline our shipping operations and ensure timely deliveries across the Bay Area. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a fast-paced industry.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments using ERP systems like SAP
- Manage documentation (BOLs, customs forms, invoices) for compliance
- Liaise with carriers, warehouses, and clients to resolve transit issues
- Optimize routing and freight costs through carrier negotiations
- Track shipments in real-time and provide proactive status updates
- Collaborate with customs brokers for cross-border shipments
- Maintain accurate shipment records and performance metrics
Qualifications
- 3+ years in logistics/shipping coordination role
- Proficiency with TMS software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of INCOTERMS and customs regulations
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Forklift certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field