Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing and optimizing the flow of goods across all company facilities and to customers. This role ensures timely and cost-effective delivery of products by coordinating with third-party logistics providers, managing shipping documentation, and supporting inventory and customer service operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Shipping & Transportation
Schedule and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to meet delivery deadlines.
Work closely with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and direct carriers to arrange and monitor
deliveries.
Prepare and distribute Bills of Lading (BOLs) and other shipping documentation.
Arrange domestic shipments (LTL, FTL, UPS, FedEx).
Ensure compliance with customer-specific shipping requirements.
Tender and trace all freight shipments and manage freight claims and disputes.
Inventory & Operations
Monitor inventory levels using ERP systems and assist with intrasite transfers.
Perform RMA (Return Material Authorization) and MDF (Material Disposition Form) closures.
Support continuous improvement of inventory and logistics procedures.
Customer Service & Support
Provide order status updates and resolve delivery issues in collaboration with customer service.
Ensure on-time delivery performance to customers and internal stakeholders.
Analytics & Reporting
Use data analysis tools to evaluate logistics performance and identify areas for improvement.
Provide transportation cost analysis to support sales and supply chain decisions.
Compile and report service levels and pricing metrics to internal teams.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Safety Protocol
o Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
o Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
Skills
customer service, logistics, transportation, supply chain
Top Skills Details
customer service,logistics,transportation,supply chain
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Education / Experience / Certifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain coordination.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Skills Required:
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience working with 3PLs and international shipping is a plus.
Foster a passion for continuous improvement.
Work with a sense of urgency.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.