Position Summary

The Shipping & Logistics Specialist is a full-time, onsite position responsible for coordinating all outgoing customer and vendor shipments. This role focuses on shipment scheduling, documentation, carrier coordination, and communication to ensure accurate, compliant, and on-time delivery of finished products.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule domestic and international customer shipments
• Coordinate and manage vendor shipments as required
• Prepare, review, and process shipping documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, export paperwork, and carrier forms
• Ensure shipments comply with applicable domestic and international shipping regulations
• Understand various terms and conditions, Letters of Credit, and how they relate to shipping requirements and documentation
• Track shipment progress and proactively resolve delivery issues or carrier exceptions
• Communicate shipment details, delivery timelines, and status updates with internal teams and customers
• Maintain accurate shipping records and update ERP or shipping systems accordingly
• Coordinate shipment timing with production completion schedules to meet customer delivery commitments
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to shipping efficiency, accuracy, and compliance

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (2 years of college) or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience coordinating shipments with common carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers
• Experience with international shipping and export documentation and processes including Incoterms and customs procedures
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and adaptability
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously
• Effective communication skills in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of customer terms and conditions, including Letters of Credit
• Certification in Trade/Logistics/Transportation: EIC, CTLE, CTLD, or similar.