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Logistics Coordinator
Duration: Nested contract (long-term, constant renewal)
Location: Tonawanda, New York
Model: Hybrid
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Logistics Coordinator to support domestic and international transportation of equipment and materials. This role plays a key part in ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective logistics operations across multiple projects.
The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, experience in global shipping coordination, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including scheduling, tracking, and delivery to vendors and job sites
- Evaluate logistics requirements and perform site logistics assessments to ensure transport feasibility
- Manage freight procurement processes, including competitive bidding for high-value shipments
- Prepare and maintain all shipping and customs documentation, ensuring full compliance with trade regulations
- Create and manage export documentation, including ITN filings and HTS code classification
- Develop and maintain logistics plans for ongoing projects
- Issue logistics service orders (LSOs) for transportation services
- Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate shipment execution
- Track shipments and provide regular status updates to stakeholders
- Maintain centralized shipment logs and reporting tools to improve visibility and data accuracy
- Support forecasting and budgeting through historical freight cost analysis
- Handle transport insurance claims and resolve shipping issues as needed
- Ensure adherence to trade compliance policies and company standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- 3–5 years of experience coordinating domestic and international shipments
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP or similar)
- Strong understanding of shipping documentation, customs processes, and trade compliance
Skills & Competencies
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with high attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and logistics-related systems
- Experience using AI or advanced tools for logistics optimization is a plus
Additional Information
- Minimal travel required (~10%)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment