Shipping & Logistics Coordinator
<p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Shipping & Logistics Coordinator to oversee daily inbound and outbound shipment activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate freight coordination, timely deliveries, shipping documentation management, and effective communication with customers, carriers, and internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and exceptional follow-through.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Coordinate and schedule LTL, FTL, local deliveries, will-call pickups, and direct shipments</li><li>Verify delivery locations and site requirements using tools such as Google Maps and Street View</li><li>Confirm shipping specifications, including residential vs. commercial delivery, dock availability, liftgate requirements, limited access locations, and appointment scheduling needs</li><li>Obtain, compare, and evaluate freight quotes from multiple carriers and brokers</li><li>Negotiate transportation rates, transit times, and service options to support operational needs</li><li>Maintain accurate shipment records, notes, attachments, and supporting documentation within Sage 50</li><li>Prepare and organize shipping documents, including packing slips, labels, bills of lading (BOLs), packing details, and related records</li><li>Partner with warehouse personnel, customer service, accounting, carriers, and customers to ensure smooth order fulfillment</li><li>Monitor shipment status and proactively follow up on tracking, delivery appointments, PODs, freight claims, redeliveries, and exceptions</li><li>Process shipments through FedEx, UPS, and other carrier systems as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Required Qualifications</p><ul><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, freight coordination, dispatch, order processing, or a related operations role</li><li>Experience coordinating LTL and FTL freight shipments</li><li>Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general business software</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines</li><li>Reliable attendance and punctuality with a proven track record of dependability</li><li>Comfortable working in a collaborative office and warehouse environment</li><li>Experience using Sage 50, Peachtree, QuickBooks, or similar ERP/order management systems</li></ul><p>Preferred Qualifications</p><ul><li>Experience with FedEx Ship Manager, UPS WorldShip, or similar shipping platforms</li><li>Background negotiating freight rates and transportation services with carriers and brokers</li><li>Knowledge of shipping documentation, including BOLs, PODs, freight tracking, and transportation records</li><li>Experience working closely with warehouse teams, trucking companies, and third-party logistics providers</li><li>Experience within distribution, manufacturing, construction products, building materials, or related industries</li><li>Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Los Angeles, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
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22 - 26 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Shipping & Logistics Coordinator to oversee daily inbound and outbound shipment activities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate freight coordination, timely deliveries, shipping documentation management, and effective communication with customers, carriers, and internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and exceptional follow-through.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Coordinate and schedule LTL, FTL, local deliveries, will-call pickups, and direct shipments</li><li>Verify delivery locations and site requirements using tools such as Google Maps and Street View</li><li>Confirm shipping specifications, including residential vs. commercial delivery, dock availability, liftgate requirements, limited access locations, and appointment scheduling needs</li><li>Obtain, compare, and evaluate freight quotes from multiple carriers and brokers</li><li>Negotiate transportation rates, transit times, and service options to support operational needs</li><li>Maintain accurate shipment records, notes, attachments, and supporting documentation within Sage 50</li><li>Prepare and organize shipping documents, including packing slips, labels, bills of lading (BOLs), packing details, and related records</li><li>Partner with warehouse personnel, customer service, accounting, carriers, and customers to ensure smooth order fulfillment</li><li>Monitor shipment status and proactively follow up on tracking, delivery appointments, PODs, freight claims, redeliveries, and exceptions</li><li>Process shipments through FedEx, UPS, and other carrier systems as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-08-04T00:00:00Z