Purchasing Logistics Coordinator
7201 Distribution Drive Masonic Home, KY 40041 US
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage international shipments via air, sea, and land routes.
- Ensure compliance with customs regulations and documentation requirements of origin and destination countries.
- Negotiate rates with carriers and freight forwarders to optimize transportation costs.
- Prepare and manage shipping documents, including invoices, bills of lading, and export/import documentation.
- Track and monitor the progress of shipments, providing updates to relevant stakeholders and addressing any delays or issues that arise.
- Communicate effectively with suppliers, carriers, customs brokers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics operations.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the logistics operation.
- Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Ensure compliance of import/export laws and regulations
- Respond to customer inquiries
- Ensure all shipping documentation is accurate and complete
- Complete and review purchase orders
- Make special shipping arrangements as necessary
- Track and fix shipping errors
- Prepare invoices
- Ensure that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards
- Develop processes that make the supply chain more efficient and organized
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in international logistics coordination, purchasing, or related roles.
- Degree in supply chain management, logistics, chain management, or related field is a big plus.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders across different regions and cultures.
