We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to support freight operations and ensure shipments move efficiently across domestic and international channels in Gardena, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance transportation planning, shipment visibility, and detailed documentation in a fast-paced environment. The role works closely with customer service, warehouse teams, carriers, and third-party logistics partners to keep deliveries on track and maintain accurate records. Success in this position requires strong judgment, organization, and the ability to communicate clearly across multiple stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and oversee domestic and international transportation bookings to support customer demand and internal distribution needs.
- Arrange carrier capacity by submitting booking requests against approved shipment plans and confirming timely execution.
- Gather and compare multiple freight rate options for each load, then negotiate competitive pricing that aligns service expectations with cost efficiency.
- Monitor shipments throughout transit by coordinating daily with carriers, warehouse partners, and 3PL providers to maintain up-to-date delivery status.
- Share booking confirmations, exceptions, delays, and shipping updates with internal teams and external partners to keep operations aligned.
- Prepare, review, and distribute shipping paperwork required for warehouses, packers, carriers, and internal stakeholders with a high level of accuracy.
- Update container and shipment activity in logistics management systems to produce complete and compliant final documentation after loading.
- Track freight, booking, and service data to support reporting, performance analysis, and operational decision-making.
- Coordinate the ordering and distribution of shipping supplies so facilities remain prepared to meet outbound schedules.
- Partner across customer service, warehousing, and leadership teams while following company procedures and applicable transportation regulations.
- Experience coordinating logistics, transportation, or distribution activities in a high-volume environment.
- Working knowledge of domestic and international shipping processes, including freight booking and shipment follow-up.
- Ability to manage detailed shipping documentation with strong accuracy and compliance awareness.
- Familiarity with third-party logistics providers, warehouse coordination, and carrier communication.
- Analytical skills to evaluate freight data, compare carrier options, and support informed operational decisions.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities with the judgment to prioritize changing shipment needs.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- Knowledge of shipping functions, logistics operations, and customs-related processes is preferred.