Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team as a Shipping Coordinator in Fresno, CA! Central Valley Logistics is seeking a detail-oriented professional to optimize our supply chain operations. You'll be the backbone of our shipping department, ensuring seamless coordination between suppliers, carriers, and clients while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. This role offers growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company with competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily shipping activities, including order processing, carrier selection, and documentation
- Track shipments in real-time using logistics software and proactively resolve transit delays
- Manage inventory levels and warehouse operations to prevent stockouts or overstocking
- Collaborate with sales and production teams to align shipping schedules with customer demands
- Maintain accurate shipping records and prepare compliance documentation (BOLs, invoices, customs forms)
- Build relationships with freight carriers to negotiate rates and secure reliable service
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce shipping costs and transit times
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in shipping coordination, logistics, or warehouse management
- Proficiency with logistics software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or TMS systems)
- Strong knowledge of transportation regulations (DOT, FMCSA) and export/import procedures
- Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree in logistics preferred
- Forklift certification and OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain)
- Exceptional communication skills for coordinating with diverse stakeholders