Pay Rate: $25.56 to $31.25 per hour depending on experience and competency in Import/Export freight forwarding
Shift: 8am- 5pm Mon thru Fri
Loomis International’s Forwarding Logistics Coordinator must be a reliable, self-motivated, high-energy individual. This position requires a strong work ethic and the ability to function effectively as part of a growing team. Must have a good memory and solid organizational & prioritization skills in order to accomplish and exceed business goals. Candidate must have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, and enjoy working with people in a fast-paced environment. This position will report to the Forwarding Manager.
Position Description:
The Forwarding Logistics Coordinator is an intermediary who acts on behalf of importers, exporters or other companies or persons, organizing the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of goods. The Forwarding Logistics Coordinator must take into account the high value type of goods and the customers’ delivery requirements, The Forwarding Logistics Coordinator will arrange the best means of transport, using the services of shipping lines, airlines and road and rail freight operators, as well as our own Loomis Truck Fleet. The Forwarding Logistics Coordinator works closely with all Loomis stations to provide efficient and seamless operations.
Responsibilities will include:
- Investigating and planning the most appropriate route for a shipment, taking account of the valuable or hazardous nature of the goods, cost, transit time and security
- Arranging appropriate packing, taking account of climate, terrain, weight, nature of goods and cost, and the delivery and warehousing of goods at their final destination
- Negotiating contracts, transportation, and handling costs
- Obtaining, checking, and preparing documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packing specifications, and compliance with overseas countries’ regulations and fiscal regimes
- Liaising with third parties to move goods (by road, rail, air or sea) in accordance with customer requirements.
- Arranging insurance and assisting the client in the event of a claim
- Arranging payment of freight and other charges or collection of payment on behalf of the client
- Utilizing e-commerce, internet technology and satellite systems to enable real-time tracking of goods.
- Maintaining communication and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports and statistical and unit cost analysis
- Acting as consultant in customs matters
Qualifications must include:
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Diploma of International Freight Forwarding or related degree qualification, or:
- Minimum of 2 years of considerable experience within the freight forwarding/transportation industry.
Benefits
Loomis offers one of the most comprehensive employees benefit packages in the industry, which includes:
- Vacation and Sick Time (PTO) as well as Paid Holidays
- Health & Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Basic Life Insurance Plan
- Voluntary Life Insurance Plan
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
- Dependent Care Account
- Industry leading Training and Development
Skills Required
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Diploma in International Freight Forwarding or a related degree qualification
- At least 2 years of experience in the freight forwarding or transportation industry
- Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, prioritization, and coordination skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
What We Do
Loomis US is an integrated cash distribution network serving financial institutions and commercial and retail businesses nationwide. It provides cash-handling products and services including secure transport and distribution, handling, storage, and recycling of cash and other valuables. Its operations combine nearly 200 US locations with more than 9,000 employees and 3,000+ vehicles, while it functions as the US division of Loomis AB.
