Quanex is looking for a Logistics Coordinator in Cambridge, OH.
The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing freight movement and transportation costs to support customer, operational, and regulatory requirements across multiple locations. This role oversees shipping and receiving documentation, maintains preferred carrier relationships, approves warehouse and freight invoices, resolves logistics issues, coordinates inventory transfers between facilities, and schedules shipments while working closely with carriers and drivers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
We Offer You!
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Potential
- 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
- 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Various Work Schedules
- Tuition support for degree and continuous education
- Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
What’s attractive about the Logistics Coordinator position?
- Opportunity to play a critical role in optimizing logistics operations, freight coordination, and system-driven decision-making across multiple locations.
- High visibility across departments including Sales, Customer Service, Scheduling, Distribution, and Inventory, providing broad organizational impact.
- A dynamic role that combines analytical problem-solving with real-time operational execution in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to influence cost efficiency through carrier selection, freight analysis, and process improvements.
- Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and modern business systems, enabling continuous professional growth.
- Direct involvement in improving processes, data accuracy, and operational efficiency within supply chain and logistics systems.
What Success Looks Like:
- Freight shipments are scheduled, tracked, and delivered on time to meet customer and company requirements.
- Strong relationships are maintained with carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Freight and warehouse invoices are reviewed, approved, and processed accurately and on time.
- Carrier claims, freight discrepancies, and logistics issues are resolved quickly and effectively.
- Transportation costs are monitored and managed while maintaining high service levels.
- Accurate reporting and analysis are provided to support carrier performance and operational improvements.
- Inventory transfers and material movements are coordinated efficiently between locations.
- Communication remains proactive, professional, and responsive across all departments.
What You Bring:
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related experience.
- Strong knowledge of freight coordination, carrier management, and transportation operations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service, Distribution, Accounting, and Manufacturing.
- A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, customer service, and operational excellence
The salary range for this position is $48K-$58K with bonus potential.
About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of logistics, transportation, supply chain, or related experience
- Strong knowledge of freight coordination, carrier management, and transportation operations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service, Distribution, Accounting, and Manufacturing
- Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, customer service, and operational excellence
Quanex Building Products Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Quanex Building Products and has not been reviewed or approved by Quanex Building Products.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes two PPO options with in‑network preventive care fully covered, plus dental and vision, indicating a robust core offering. Surgery support services and first‑month eligibility further reinforce access and breadth.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match is available, with site‑specific formulas that employees can verify. Company‑paid life and disability bolster long‑term financial security alongside retirement savings.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a company match provides meaningful ownership value. Materials characterize this ESPP as unusually generous for the industry.
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What We Do
At Quanex (NYSE: NX), we are a global manufacturing company serving OEMs across fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor living markets. From iconic skylines to everyday homes, our components enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, and aesthetics of spaces worldwide. Our Business Segments: • Extruded Solutions: Delivering high-performance profiles and materials for windows, doors, and architectural products. • Hardware Solutions: Providing advanced components that enhance functionality, security, and efficiency. • Custom Solutions: Offering tailored products and services designed to meet unique customer needs and complex applications. Our Commitment: • Innovating to enhance product performance and sustainability. • Helping customers achieve greater production efficiency. • Supporting the communities where we live and work. • Delivering long-term value to our shareholders. • Empowering our employees to learn, grow, and thrive. We are A Part of Something Bigger.
