Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team as a Shipping Coordinator in the heart of Washington DC. This pivotal role ensures seamless end-to-end supply chain operations, coordinating domestic and international shipments with precision and efficiency. You'll be the backbone of our logistics department, managing documentation, carrier relationships, and compliance while optimizing cost and delivery timelines. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about streamlining complex workflows.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments across multiple carriers and transport modes
- Manage documentation compliance (Bills of Lading, customs forms, certificates of origin)
- Optimize shipping routes and negotiate carrier rates to reduce costs
- Track shipments proactively and resolve delivery disruptions
- Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and customs teams for integrated logistics
- Implement and maintain inventory tracking systems for shipping materials
- Generate shipment reports and KPI dashboards for leadership review
Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in shipping coordination or logistics operations
- Proficiency in TMS/WMS software (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Certification in logistics/supply chain management preferred
- Deep knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping regulations
- Exceptional problem-solving skills for shipment disruptions
- Strong Excel/ERP data management abilities
- Clear communication skills for cross-departmental coordination
- Ability to manage high-volume deadlines in a fast-paced environment