Job Description
Join our award-winning logistics team in the heart of New Orleans! We're seeking a detail-oriented Shipping Coordinator to optimize our supply chain operations and ensure seamless global shipments. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in a dynamic industry.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipping processes across multiple carriers
- Manage documentation including bills of lading, customs forms, and shipping manifests
- Track shipments in real-time and resolve transit delays proactively
- Collaborate with warehouse teams for efficient inventory allocation
- Optimize freight costs through carrier negotiations and route planning
- Maintain compliance with DOT and international shipping regulations
- Generate monthly shipping performance reports for leadership
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in logistics/shipping coordination
- Proficiency in TMS/WMS software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with Incoterms 2020 and customs brokerage processes
- Strong analytical skills for cost-benefit analysis of shipping options
- Excellent problem-solving abilities in high-pressure environments
- Valid Louisiana driver's license (may require occasional site visits)
- BA/BS in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred