International Shipping Coordinator

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment chemicals supplies and services essential in healthcare scientific research safety and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier cleaner and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies convenient procurement solutions and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Summary:

The Export Shipper / International Shipping Coordinator is responsible for preparing documenting and coordinating domestic and international shipments in compliance with company policies and export regulations. This role ensures timely and accurate delivery of goods while maintaining compliance with customs trade and transportation requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process domestic and international shipments in accordance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Create review and verify export documentation including commercial invoices packing lists certificates of origin bills of lading and shipping labels.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations customs laws and international shipping procedures.
• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders customs brokers carriers and internal departments to ensure smooth transportation and delivery.
• Schedule carrier pickups and monitor shipment status to ensure on-time delivery.
• Verify shipment accuracy against sales orders purchase orders and packing instructions.
• Package products securely and appropriately to prevent damage during transit.
• Maintain accurate records of export transactions and shipping documentation.
• Utilize shipping software and ERP systems to process shipments and generate required documents.
• Monitor inventory levels of shipping supplies and packaging materials.
• Investigate and resolve shipping discrepancies delays damaged shipments or customs-related issues.
• Adhere to company safety procedures quality standards and operational guidelines.
• Support warehouse receiving and inventory activities as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in shipping logistics warehouse operations or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with international/export shipping processes is required.
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems such as SAP or Oracle preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Knowledge of Incoterms export documentation customs procedures and international trade compliance regulations.
• Experience handling hazardous materials shipping regulations preferred.
• Familiarity with major shipping carriers including UPS FedEx DHL and freight providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office shipping software and computerized shipping systems.
• Experience using FedEx shipping systems required.
• Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in documentation and shipment processing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and meeting shipping deadlines.
• Ability to maintain accurate complete and compliant export documentation while minimizing shipping errors delays and compliance issues.
• Ability to maintain organized clean and safe shipping and warehouse areas.
• Ability to lift and move packages up to 50 lbs.