Job Description
Join our fast-paced logistics team as a Shipping Coordinator in Philadelphia! We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage inbound/outbound shipments, ensure compliance, and optimize our supply chain operations. This high-impact role offers rapid career growth in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts client satisfaction.
Our ideal candidate thrives in deadline-driven settings and possesses exceptional organizational skills. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values innovation.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic/international shipments across multiple carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL, LTL)
- Manage documentation: bills of lading, customs forms, and compliance certificates
- Track shipments in real-time using TMS software (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Resolve transit delays and exceptions with proactive communication
- Optimize routing schedules to minimize costs and delivery times
- Collaborate with warehouse team on inventory allocation and staging
- Conduct weekly performance analysis and report KPIs to management
Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in logistics/shipping coordination
- Proficiency with TMS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of INCOTERMS and customs regulations
- Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
- Relevant certifications (CSCP, CLTD) preferred
- High school diploma; degree in Supply Chain Management preferred