Job Description
Join our award-winning logistics team as a Shipping Coordinator in the heart of Washington DC. We're seeking a meticulous professional to streamline our global supply chain operations while ensuring seamless customs compliance and client satisfaction. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a dynamic industry leader.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic/international shipments across air, sea, and ground freight networks
- Manage customs documentation and compliance for DC-based import/export operations
- Track shipments in real-time using TMS software and provide proactive client updates
- Collaborate with warehouse teams to optimize loading schedules and reduce transit delays
- Negotiate rates with carriers and maintain strategic vendor relationships
- Resolve shipping discrepancies and implement process improvements
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in logistics/shipping coordination
- Proficiency in TMS platforms (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and customs documentation software
- Certified Customs Broker or active pursuit of CBP certification preferred
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail for complex shipment routing
- Excellent communication abilities for cross-functional stakeholder management
- Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced DC metro environment