Logistics Coordinator

Position Overview

The Logistics Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and timely movement of steel products in and out of the Decatur Flat Roll plant. This position supports plant operations by coordinating inbound raw material deliveries, outbound customer shipments, carrier scheduling, documentation accuracy, and real-time communication with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

You will work closely with production planning, sales, transportation partners, and leadership to maintain a smooth and reliable logistics workflow.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Receiving Coordination

• Schedule inbound steel coil deliveries and outbound customer shipments.
• Verify bill of lading (BOL) accuracy, shipment weights, coil IDs, packaging, and loading requirements.
• Coordinate loading schedules with plant operations to minimize delays and downtime.
• Oversee carrier check-in / check-out and maintain clear documentation.

Transportation & Carrier Management

• Communicate with trucking companies and brokers to secure cost-effective and timely transportation.
• Ensure carriers meet all safety, compliance, and insurance requirements.
• Track and trace shipments as necessary; address delays or exceptions.

Order & Inventory Support

• Review customer orders and ensure correct product availability prior to shipment.
• Assist with inventory accuracy by confirming coil movement, location updates, and adjustments.
• Support production scheduling by aligning logistics with daily and weekly output plans.

Documentation & Systems

• Generate BOLs, packing lists, shipping tags, and required paperwork.
• Maintain shipment logs, delivery receipts, and audit records.
• Use internal ERP systems (company-specific) to manage orders, inventory, and logistics data.

Customer & Internal Communication

• Provide shipment confirmations, scheduling updates, and delivery information to customers and sales teams.
• Coordinate closely with production, quality, and plant leadership to prioritize orders and resolve issues.
• Support customer service with logistics-related inquiries.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety policies and DOT regulations related to loading and transport.
• Ensure proper coil securement and packaging compliance.
• Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.