Logistics Coordinator

Position Overview and Schedule

The Logistics Coordinator role is based in New York, NY, requiring onsite presence Monday through Thursday, with Fridays working from home, operating between 10 am and 6 pm. This is a contract position with a minimum duration of five months. The role demands flexibility to accommodate urgent project deadlines, including possible overtime during evenings or weekends.

Interview Process

• Round 1: Virtual interview conducted by the Hiring Manager.
• Round 2: In-person interview with the Senior Director.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation, manufacturing, and materials flow alongside vendors and partners.
• Ensure maintained inventory levels with approved vendors.
• Oversee scheduling and tracking of shipments using Monday.com.
• Support both inbound and outbound transportation functions.
• Negotiate pricing and purchase necessary supplies to reduce costs.
• Arrange delivery schedules to prevent production delays.
• Conduct inventory monitoring and warehouse order audits.
• Generate quality Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports and enforce vendor compliance standards.
• Implement vendor chargebacks when compliance issues occur.
• Manage logistics related to tour shipments and track their status.
• Collaborate effectively across various departments and external warehouse partners.
• Stay informed on current logistics industry trends and share relevant insights.
• Assist in cross-functional projects and perform other operational support as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• 1 to 2 years of experience in logistics or operations roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or a related discipline preferred.
• Prior experience with order management and customer service tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to analyze and utilize data to guide decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to work autonomously and juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred Experience and Additional Skills

• Background in consumer products, retail operations, or e-commerce logistics.
• Experience in transportation and logistics management.
• Knowledge of in-house warehousing and distribution processes.
• Familiarity with Monday.com for workflow and project management.
• Understanding of FedEx Advanced Shipment Tracking and UPS Quantum View for shipment monitoring.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, including workflow creation and user assistance tools.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills to manage documentation and coordinate cross-functional activities effectively.