Logistics Coordinator

Department: Logistics / Supply Chain / Distribution / Transportation

Employment Type: Vollzeit

Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

Reporting To: Nathan Clem

Description

Join Our Supply Chain Team as a Logistics Coordinator – Drive Efficiency, Build Partnerships, and Keep Things Moving!

We’re seeking two skilled Logistics Coordinators to support U.S. transportation operations, manage TL, LTL, and parcel shipping, and build strong carrier relationships. If you’re a problem-solver with logistics experience and a passion for efficiency, we want to hear from you!

Please Note: We currently have two on-site openings for this role, both with the same responsibilities but each supporting a different area of our business. One position will support our Headwater Distribution locations, while the other will support our Franklin Water Treatment locations. Candidates selected for these roles will be required to work on-site either at our corporate office in Fort Wayne, Indiana, or at any of our U.S. Headwater Distribution or Water Treatment locations.

Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.

MOVE FORWARD WITH US

What you will be doing:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with carriers, forwarders, and other logistics partners to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and timely transportation services.
Assist in the development and implementation of logistics strategies, policies, and procedures to support business objectives and growth initiatives using key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement and cost savings in logistics operations.
Oversee and support Truckload, LTL, and parcel shipping operations through collaboration with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot shipment issues, optimize transportation processes, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as warehouse, commercial, and finance teams, to analyze and monitor trade lane volumes and provide guidance on the alignment to key strategic logistics partners.
Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.

Who we want:
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.
Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.
Hard-working winners. Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

What you need:

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in transportation management, including freight forwarding, truckload, LTL, and parcel operations.
Strong knowledge of domestic transportation regulations and procedures.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Experience with Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Oracle JD Edwards (JDE) preferred.
Travel requirements up to 15%.

Don’t feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.

Company Values & Benefits

FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:

Generous paid time off & holidays
Paid parental leave
401(k) with matching & service contributions
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Short & long-term disability
Fertility & adoption support
Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
Professional development assistance
Health & wellness programs

Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Applied

Phone Screen

On-site Interview

Final Virtual