Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Logistics & Traffic Coordinator to manage transportation and supply chain operations. This role is responsible for overseeing the full order fulfillment cycle, ensuring cargo and merchandise are received and delivered in a timely, efficient, and secure manner while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Logistics

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Traffic and/or Logistics

Knowledge of cargo laws and transportation regulations

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong problem-identification and problem-solving skills

Fully bilingual (English & Spanish)

Proficient in PC use, Internet/email, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong verbal and written communication skills (phone and in-person)

Ability to effectively communicate key information to clients and suppliers

Key Responsibilities:

Manage transportation of purchased cargo and merchandise

Process orders and oversee the full order fulfillment cycle

Track all heavy and international freight shipments

Collect shipment details (weight, dimensions, origin, description) to obtain freight quotes

Evaluate and compare freight quotes to determine the most cost-effective and timely options

Submit required documentation for cargo release at seaports and/or airports

Analyze landed costs, including freight, product price, taxes, and related expenses

Ensure timely delivery of all orders to customers

Address and resolve delayed shipment issues

Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the shipping process

Develop and optimize logistics and freight procedures

Resolve transportation, import/export, and logistics system issues

Participate in carrier selection, qualification, and performance evaluation

Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal import/export requirements

Negotiate freight rates and transportation services

Collaborate with suppliers and clients to improve supply chain efficiency and sustainability

Plan and implement logistics system and process improvements

Coordinate with internal departments (Sales, Accounting, Order Management, Shipping) to integrate logistics processes

Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, safety performance, and quality management

Analyze logistics operations to determine the most cost-effective and efficient transportation methods

Perform other related duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.