Logistics Coordinator
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Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Logistics Coordinator Structural Steel (Outbound) is responsible for planning coordinating and executing all outbound shipments of structural steel components and pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) materials. This role ensures accurate timely and cost-effective delivery to job sites while coordinating closely with production project management and transportation providers.
This position requires deep knowledge of structural steel fabrication load planning and jobsite delivery requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and schedule all outbound shipments of structural steel and PEMB components
- Develop efficient load plans based on material type weight dimensions and jobsite sequencing
- Partner with production project managers and shop supervisors to align shipment schedules with fabrication timelines
- Select and coordinate carriers (flatbeds step decks and specialized trailers) based on load requirements
- Ensure proper documentation for shipments including bills of lading packing lists and job-specific requirements
- Track shipments in transit and proactively communicate updates delays or issues to internal teams and customers
- Ensure loads are compliant with DOT regulations weight limits and securement standards
- Coordinate oversized/overweight shipments including permits and routing when necessary
- Troubleshoot and resolve shipping discrepancies damages or delivery issues
- Maintain accurate records of shipments freight costs and logistics performance metrics
- Optimize freight costs while maintaining service levels and delivery commitments
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to shipping efficiency load optimization and on-time delivery
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics within structural steel manufacturing or PEMB environment (required)
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree (Supply Chain Logistics Business) or equivalent amount of experience a plus.
Strong understanding of structural steel components fabrication processes and jobsite sequencing
Experience with flatbed and specialized freight shipping (oversized loads)
Knowledge of DOT regulations load securement and permitting requirements
Experience working with ERP systems and shipping/logistics software
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
Knowledge & Skills
Strong load planning and spatial reasoning skills for steel components
Ability to interpret shop drawings bills of material and shipping lists
High attention to detail in documentation and shipment accuracy
Strong communication skills with internal teams drivers and customers
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Problem-solving mindset with ability to quickly resolve logistical challenges
Cost-conscious decision-making while maintaining delivery expectations
Pre-Ferred Qualifications
Experience in Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) manufacturing
Experience coordinating multi-load or project-based shipments to construction sites
Familiarity with crane unload requirements and jobsite delivery coordination
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Key Success Measures
Achieve and maintain high on-time delivery performance aligned with project schedules
Reduce and control freight cost per load/ton through effective carrier selection and load optimization
Maintain high shipment accuracy minimizing shortages damages and rework
Ensure strong alignment between production schedules and shipping execution
Proactively identify and resolve logistics issues to prevent project delays
Maintain compliance with all DOT regulations and safety standards
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand walk bend stoop kneel crouch and climb for extended periods.
Ability to lift push and pull objects weighing up to e.g. 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to work in various environmental conditions common to a manufacturing facility (e.g. varying temperatures noise levels potential for dust/debris ).
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating equipment and handling supplies.
Ability to safely navigate around heavy equipment and steel materials
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm
Overtime and weekend work may be required.
Who We Are:
Allied Steel Buildings is a global manufacturer of steel buildings and structural steel solutions offering best-in-class design engineering and project management seamlessly integrated into our clients processes. Since 2003 we have successfully delivered over 5500 metal building projects across 72 countries delivering building solutions for diverse industries from data centers sports & recreational facilities aviation manufacturing equestrian & agricultural to commercial buildings and warehousing worldwide. We have 5 locations including our two manufacturing facilities located in Texas and Spain utilize cutting-edge technology including robotics and automation to ensure our manufactured materials set a new standard for quality in the industry.
Allied Culture:
At Allied we believe great service matters from the start and finish of everything we do. Going the distance for our clients begins with taking care of our team members. They are our most important asset. We invest in their continuous development and recognize their contribution to our success.
Great work starts with creating great work environments promoting collaboration for a team dedicated to creating value worldwide. The Allied Team is highly resourceful innovative and competent with extensive experience. Our culture is open accessible adaptive and flexible offering work-life balance and empowering our people because everyones voice matters. We promote we over me and solutions oriented creative thinking. Its the Allied way.
Benefits
Benefits:
Allied employees will be eligible for the Allied benefit package 1st day of the month following 60 days.
Staffing Agency employees will be eligible for the Allied benefit package at the time of conversion. Benefit waiting period will be waived.
Allied Steel Buildings and Allied Fabricators L.L.C. is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting retaining developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race gender color religion sexual orientation national origin age physical or mental disability citizenship status veteran status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
Required Skills:
Qualifications: Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics within structural steel manufacturing or PEMB environment (required) Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree (Supply Chain Logistics Business) or equivalent amount of experience a plus. Strong understanding of structural steel components fabrication processes and jobsite sequencing Experience with flatbed and specialized freight shipping (oversized loads) Knowledge of DOT regulations load securement and permitting requirements Experience working with ERP systems and shipping/logistics software Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook Knowledge & Skills Strong load planning and spatial reasoning skills for steel components Ability to interpret shop drawings bills of material and shipping lists High attention to detail in documentation and shipment accuracy Strong communication skills with internal teams drivers and customers Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously Problem-solving mindset with ability to quickly resolve logistical challenges Cost-conscious decision-making while maintaining delivery expectations Pre-Ferred Qualifications Experience in Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) manufacturing Experience coordinating multi-load or project-based shipments to construction sites Familiarity with crane unload requirements and jobsite delivery coordination Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Key Success Measures Achieve and maintain high on-time delivery performance aligned with project schedules Reduce and control freight cost per load/ton through effective carrier selection and load optimization Maintain high shipment accuracy minimizing shortages damages and rework Ensure strong alignment between production schedules and shipping execution Proactively identify and resolve logistics issues to prevent project delays Maintain compliance with all DOT regulations and safety standards Physical Requirements: Ability to stand walk bend stoop kneel crouch and climb for extended periods. Ability to lift push and pull objects weighing up to e.g. 50 pounds regularly. Ability to work in various environmental conditions common to a manufacturing facility (e.g. varying temperatures noise levels potential for dust/debris ). Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating equipment and handling supplies. Ability to safely navigate around heavy equipment and steel materials Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm Overtime and weekend work may be required. Who We Are: Allied Steel Buildings is a global manufacturer of steel buildings and structural steel solutions offering best-in-class design engineering and project management seamlessly integrated into our clients processes. Since 2003 we have successfully delivered over 5500 metal building projects across 72 countries delivering building solutions for diverse industries from data centers sports & recreational facilities aviation manufacturing equestrian & agricultural to commercial buildings and warehousing worldwide. We have 5 locations including our two manufacturing facilities located in Texas and Spain utilize cutting-edge technology including robotics and automation to ensure our manufactured materials set a new standard for quality in the industry. Allied Culture: At Allied we believe great service matters from the start and finish of everything we do. Going the distance for our clients begins with taking care of our team members. They are our most important asset. We invest in their continuous development and recognize their contribution to our success. Great work starts with creating great work environments promoting collaboration for a team dedicated to creating value worldwide. The Allied Team is highly resourceful innovative and competent with extensive experience. Our culture is open accessible adaptive and flexible offering work-life balance and empowering our people because everyones voice matters. We promote we over me and solutions oriented creative thinking. Its the Allied way.
