Logistics Coordinator Location:
Irvine, CA | 100% Onsite Compensation: $31â$36+/hour Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Position Overview Kinetic Personnel Group is partnering with a growing organization in Irvine seeking an experienced Logistics Coordinator to manage daily transportation operations, carrier relationships, and freight execution. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience sourcing carriers, negotiating competitive freight rates, coordinating shipments, and resolving transportation challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Source and secure carrier capacity, obtain competitive freight quotes, and negotiate transportation rates. Coordinate full truckload (FTL), refrigerated, and other freight shipments from pickup through delivery. Schedule pickups and deliveries, monitor shipments, and communicate updates with carriers and internal teams. Troubleshoot delays, missed appointments, carrier cancellations, and other transportation issues. Maintain accurate shipment records, rate confirmations, bills of lading (BOLs), and proofs of delivery (PODs). Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and Excel to track shipments and maintain operational accuracy.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in freight brokerage, transportation operations, logistics coordination, dispatch, or related fields. Hands-on experience sourcing carriers and negotiating freight rates is required. Experience coordinating full truckload (FTL) shipments; refrigerated/temperature-controlled freight experience strongly preferred. Familiarity with load boards, carrier networks, and transportation management systems. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple shipments, changing priorities, and time-sensitive deadlines. Experience in food distribution, freight brokerage, or third-party logistics (3PL) is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits:
$31â$36+/hour, depending on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and career advancement opportunities Schedule: Full-time, onsite in Irvine, with occasional overtime or weekend support as needed. KPG123
