Job Description
Join our award-winning supply chain team in Washington DC as a Shipping Coordinator! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end shipping operations for high-profile clients across government, defense, and commercial sectors. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a dynamic logistics environment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments via air, sea, and ground carriers
- Manage documentation including bills of lading, customs forms, and compliance records
- Optimize routing to minimize costs while meeting delivery deadlines
- Liaise with carriers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers
- Track shipments in real-time using TMS platforms
- Resolve transportation issues and discrepancies proactively
- Collaborate with warehouse and procurement teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Administration
- 3+ years of shipping coordination experience in DC Metro area
- Expertise in customs regulations (ACE, AES systems)
- Proficiency with TMS software (SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan Active)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Forklift certification and OSHA safety training preferred
- Ability to work under pressure with competing priorities