Logistics Coordinator

Backyard Discovery is seeking a detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to help coordinate direct-to-consumer and retail shipments. If you enjoy keeping things organized, solving shipping challenges, and working with others to meet deadlines, this role offers an opportunity to grow your logistics and supply chain experience.

This position will be Tuesday-Thursday, 6am-4pm.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you’ll work with carriers, retail partners, and internal teams to support accurate, timely shipments. You’ll also cross-train in related logistics functions to broaden your knowledge and support the department.

What You’ll Do

• Schedule, book, and track direct-to-consumer and full truckload freight shipments.
• Process and troubleshoot electronic data interchange (EDI) transactions with retail trading partners.
• Prepare bills of lading, assign freight classifications using NMFC codes, and complete other shipping documentation.
• Resolve carrier discrepancies, including shipment damages, shortages, and billing disputes.
• Monitor on-time delivery performance and freight costs, reporting trends to the Logistics Manager.
• Maintain accurate shipment and inventory data in transportation management (TMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Communicate shipment status and delays to internal teams and customers as needed.
• Cross-train in inventory control, warehouse coordination, and order management to support department needs.

What You’ll Bring

• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, freight, or supply chain coordination.
• Working knowledge of freight operations, carrier networks, and freight classification.
• Familiarity with EDI transaction sets, including 850, 856, and 810, and retail compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with a transportation management system and/or ERP platform, such as NetSuite, SAP, or Epicor.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with shipping and freight data.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and clear communication.
• A high school diploma.

Preferred Education

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or business.

Work Environment and Schedule

This position is primarily office-based, with regular time spent on the shipping and warehouse floor. The role involves sitting or standing for extended periods, using a computer throughout the shift, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds when handling shipping documentation or samples. Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation.

The schedule follows standard business hours, with occasional flexibility needed to meet shipment deadlines.

Help keep Backyard Discovery products moving from our warehouse to the families and retail partners who count on us. As a Logistics Coordinator, you’ll combine organization, communication, and problem-solving skills to support reliable shipments while expanding your experience across logistics and supply chain operations.

Backyard Discovery is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.