Logistics Coordinator

Position Summary

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for leading national freight and shipping operations, with a focus on the movement of ice cream products and equipment from the central distribution center to depots and third-party customers across the country. This role oversees freight planning, carrier relationships, backhaul revenue, shipment coordination, cost management, and inventory support in partnership with depot leadership and operations teams. The Logistics Coordinator plays a key role in improving shipping efficiency, maintaining service reliability, and supporting scalable distribution practices across the organization.

Responsibilities

Freight Operations

• Develop and implement freight strategies that improve shipping efficiency, service levels, and cost effectiveness.
• Negotiate freight rates, shipping terms, and service expectations with carriers and logistics partners.
• Coordinate daily product and equipment shipments in partnership with the fleet administration team.
• Collaborate with regional leaders and depot managers to assess inventory needs and support market requirements.
• Monitor carrier performance, delivery timelines, and shipment accuracy to ensure reliable execution.
• Work with third party brokers to coordinate backhaul revenue
• Coordinate product shipments from the central distribution center to depots and third-party customers.
• Support inventory availability by proactively communicating shipment timing, capacity constraints, and service risks.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• 3+ years of freight management, logistics, transportation, or distribution experience, preferably in a national or multi-regional environment.
• Strong understanding of demand planning, inventory coordination, and direct-store-delivery operating models.
• Experience negotiating freight rates, carrier agreements, and shipping costs with external partners.
• Familiarity with fleet tracking or logistics systems such as Samsara, Geotab, Verizon Connect, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheet development, and demand planning or logistics management tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, fleet administration, regional leadership, and depot teams.

Core Competencies

• Carrier and vendor relationship management
• Freight cost control and operational efficiency
• Demand planning and shipment coordination
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration
• Continuous improvement and process optimization