Job description
NorthStar Logistics is hiring a motivated Logistics Coordinator to join our Chicago hub. In this role, you will orchestrate shipments, monitor carrier performance, and ensure on-time delivery through data-driven decisions.
As part of a fast-paced operations team, you will collaborate with procurement, warehouse, and customer service to exceed service levels while controlling costs.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a modern, safety-focused environment.
Responsibility
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with carriers and vendors to meet service level agreements.
- Monitor on-time performance, transit times, and exception handling; implement corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate shipment data in WMS and TMS; ensure documentation compliance.
- Analyze freight costs, negotiate rates, and optimize routing and mode selection.
- Plan and track inventory flow; support warehouse activities and order fulfillment.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Sales, and Customer Service to resolve issues and improve service levels.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and KPI reporting (OTIF, costs per shipment, etc.).
- Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and safety guidelines.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.
- 2+ years of hands-on logistics or supply chain experience.
- Proficiency with WMS/TMS systems and ERP (e.g., SAP or Oracle).
- Strong data analysis and Microsoft Excel skills; comfortable with dashboards.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Problem-solving mindset with a can-do attitude; detail-oriented and organized.
- Knowledge of import/export, incoterms, and regulatory compliance preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.