Logistics Coordinator
CME Wire and Cable, Inc. · Houston, TX
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This role is responsible for coordinating shipments, maintaining accurate documentation and system transactions, communicating order and delivery status, and working closely with internal teams, carriers, and drivers to support timely and accurate execution.ResponsibilitiesProcess and maintain accurate shipping, receiving, transfer, will-call, return/RMA, and other warehouse documentation.Coordinate carrier appointments, pickups, deliveries, routing requirements, customer will-calls, and truckload/LTL documentation.Create, update, and verify transactions within QAD, WMS, and ERP systems, including shipments, receipts, transfers, order status, and labels.Monitor open orders, ship dates, backlog, priority requests, partial shipments, and missing information to help ensure timely execution.Communicate shipment status and escalate shortages, inventory discrepancies, carrier delays, damages, appointment issues, and other service risks as needed.Maintain accurate bills of lading, packing lists, proofs of delivery, shipment logs, carrier records, invoices, and supporting documentation.Support inventory-control activities, including cycle counts, location verification, discrepancy research, holds, transfers, and receiving/shipping differences.Prepare routine reports and status updates related to shipments, backlog, priority orders, carrier activity, and other logistics needs.Partner with Warehouse Operations, Sales/Customer Service, Transportation, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, carriers, and drivers to resolve issues and support customer requirements.Support safety, 5S, CTPAT documentation, audit readiness, continuous improvement, and other warehouse-office activities.Participate in cross-training and provide coverage during absences, peak periods, month-end activities, and physical inventory as needed.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.Minimum of 2 years of experience in warehouse logistics, customer service, order coordination, shipment coordination, or a related logistics function.At least 1 year of experience with shipping or transportation administration, including carrier coordination, appointments, bills of lading, PODs, packing lists, and shipping records.At least 1 year of experience working with warehouse systems such as QAD, WMS, ERP platforms, scanners, or shipment/receipt/transfer transactions.Working knowledge of warehouse logistics, order flow, shipping and receiving documentation, carrier appointments, and inventory processes.Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and electronic filing systems.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, shipments, documents, and deadlines.Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and system information.Ability to research discrepancies, identify missing information, resolve routine issues, and escalate concerns appropriately.What We OfferHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchLife insurancePaid time offEqual Opportunity EmployerCME Wire & Cable, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.