Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Coordinator
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Work Model: Hybrid

Position Overview

An international logistics provider is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support day-to-day freight forwarding operations through its Houston office. This role will coordinate international shipments across air and ocean freight while ensuring accurate documentation, timely cargo movement, and clear communication with carriers, customers, and overseas partners.

The position suits an organized logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced international shipping environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate air and ocean import and export shipments from booking through final delivery.

• Prepare and review shipping documentation including bills of lading, air waybills, commercial invoices, and packing lists.

• Liaise with airlines, steamship lines, trucking companies, warehouses, and customs brokers.

• Track shipments and provide updates to customers and internal stakeholders.

• Monitor cargo milestones to ensure timely movement and minimize demurrage, detention, or storage costs.

• Maintain accurate shipment records within internal logistics systems.

• Support problem resolution relating to delays, documentation issues, or operational disruptions.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience within freight forwarding or international logistics operations.

• Experience handling air freight and/or ocean freight shipments.

• Strong understanding of international shipping documentation.

• Ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.