Job Description
Immediate opportunity for a Shipping Coordinator in Houston! Join our dynamic logistics team where you'll be the backbone of our supply chain operations. We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage seamless shipping processes, ensuring timely deliveries and exceptional client satisfaction. This role offers rapid career growth in a fast-paced environment with competitive benefits and a collaborative team culture.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and optimize domestic/international shipping schedules and routes
- Manage documentation including bills of lading, customs forms, and tracking logs
- Collaborate with carriers to negotiate rates and resolve transit issues
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate warehouse operations
- Communicate shipment status proactively to clients and internal stakeholders
- Implement process improvements to reduce shipping costs and delivery times
- Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety protocols
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in shipping/logistics coordination
- Proficiency in TMS/WMS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms and customs procedures
- Excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities
- Clear communication skills (written/verbal)
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
- Associates degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred
- Forklift certification a plus