Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team as a Shipping Coordinator in sunny San Diego! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end shipping operations for our thriving import/export business. This hybrid role combines warehouse oversight with customer-facing coordination in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic/international shipments via air, sea, and ground carriers
- Manage documentation (BOLs, customs forms, commercial invoices)
- Track shipments in real-time using TMS software and proactively resolve delays
- Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and warehouse teams
- Optimize shipping routes to minimize costs while meeting delivery SLAs
- Maintain accurate inventory records and shipping databases
- Prepare cost analyses and shipping reports for management review
Qualifications
- 3+ years in logistics/shipping coordination experience
- Proficiency with TMS systems (e.g., Oracle, Descartes)
- Knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and customs regulations
- Strong Excel skills with pivot table experience
- Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
- Ability to work flexible hours during peak shipping seasons
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred
- Forklift certification a plus