Freight & Shipping

Schedule and coordinate outbound shipments, including direct-to-customer shipments

Track inbound shipments from suppliers and international company locations

Schedule truck pickups, deliveries, and carrier appointments

Communicate directly with carriers, freight providers, suppliers, drivers, and internal teams

Obtain and compare freight quotations, carrier rates, and transportation options to identify cost-effective shipping solutions

Prepare and maintain Bills of Lading, packing lists, shipping documents, and related records

Track shipment status and address delays or service issues in coordination with the relevant parties

Ensure shipping and receiving documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained

Handle and maintain paperwork provided by or required for incoming and outgoing drivers

Verify freight charges and shipping-related documentation and support invoice processing as required

Warehouse Operations & Inventory

Coordinate daily warehouse operations, including warehouse organization, material flow, and inventory control

Organize and maintain the warehouse layout to support safe, efficient storage, picking, and material movement

Maintain clearly identified storage locations and ensure materials and finished goods are stored in their designated areas

Pick and stage materials for production and finished goods for shipping

Perform regular cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate necessary inventory adjustments

Maintain inventory accuracy by recording receipts, shipments, and internal material movements promptly and accurately in the applicable systems

Coordinate with production and internal teams to support material availability and timely order fulfillment

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment

Sourcing & Supplier Support

Identify and contact potential suppliers and operational service providers

Obtain and compare supplier quotations

Support the selection of cost-effective products and services

Maintain supplier and quotation information

Coordinate with suppliers and service providers regarding operational requirements

Support purchasing and sourcing activities as needed by the Operations Manager

Shipping & Receiving Operations

Perform daily shipping and receiving activities at the dock

Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently

Verify incoming and outgoing quantities against applicable documentation

Inspect incoming goods for visible damage, quality issues, or discrepancies and report any concerns

Stage and prepare goods for shipment

Perform inventory movements and material handling as operationally required

Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in accordance with company safety requirements and applicable training and authorization requirements

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping and receiving area

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Practical experience in logistics, freight coordination, transportation, shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, sourcing, or a related field

Previous experience scheduling freight and coordinating carriers

Previous experience obtaining quotations, comparing rates, or sourcing suppliers or services

Understanding of shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading and packing lists

Working knowledge of warehouse organization, inventory control, and cycle counting

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple shipments, warehouse activities, and competing priorities

Confident and professional communication with carriers, suppliers, drivers, and internal teams

Comfortable working with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook

Willingness to learn and use company-specific ERP and operating systems

Willingness to work regularly in both the shipping office and warehouse/dock environment

Ability and willingness to load and unload trucks, pick materials and orders, and perform physical shipping, receiving, and warehouseactivities

Reliable, structured, proactive, and team-oriented working style

Nice to Have

College diploma, associate degree, or relevant technical certification

Experience with LTL and/or FTL transportation

Experience with ERP, transportation, warehouse, or inventory management systems

Forklift experience; on-site training and certification can be provided

Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production logistics

International shipping or import/export experience

Experience supporting freight-cost reduction or carrier-rate negotiations

Experience working in a growing or changing operational environment