Logistics Coordinator

Summary

BAMKO is one of the top 10 largest companies in the branded merchandise space and is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator. This role manages domestic export programs and international import operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and coordinating shipments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all export documentation for warehouses and suppliers, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to shipment
• Track export shipments proactively to identify and prevent problems before they impact delivery
• When issues arise, contact the shipper and/or Project Manager promptly to drive resolution
• Investigate the receiving requirements of the inbound country prior to shipment (e.g., product testing and supporting documentation for Japan, import requirements for Turkey, sanitizer/ingredient documentation for Australia)
• Verify labeling requirements of the destination country and confirm shipments meet them before departure
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports/exports, and customer issues
• Monitor product import and export processes to ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements
• Successfully manage international shipments from point A to point B, presenting effective solutions to clients that meet their specific requirements
• Arrange bookings with airlines, ocean carriers, co-loaders, and all other relevant parties
• Coordinate incoming international shipments end-to-end, including:
• Freight forwarder coordination and booking
• Customs clearance and broker communication
• Delivery scheduling to the final destination/receiving location
• Maintain accurate HTS classification listings for imported products and ensure correct tariff treatment

Skills

• 2+ years of import/export experience
• Working knowledge of HTS classification and related requirements
• Understanding of EORI, CERS, and U.S. import/export requirements
• Strong knowledge of trucking and logistics methods, terminology, and practices
• Experience with international shipping requirements, including import/export regulations
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively over the phone and through email
• Ability to recognize when action is necessary and implement the required actions with urgency
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 2+ years of import/export experience
• Working knowledge of HTS classification and related requirements
• Understanding of EORI, CERS, and U.S. import/export requirements
• Strong knowledge of trucking and logistics methods, terminology, and practices
• Experience with international shipping requirements, including import/export regulations
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively over the phone and through email
• Ability to recognize when action is necessary and implement the required actions with urgency
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short and long-term disability
• Various paid time off programs
• Retirement plan with employer contribution