Logistics Coordinator II- Mission Critical Project Specialist

About the job

The Logistics Coordinator II is responsible for the end-to-end execution of time critical freight movements across air, ocean, road, and multimodal solutions. This role requires a high degree of urgency, problem-solving, and coordination to ensure freight moves according to required timelines, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements Locations: Houston, TX | Atlanta, GA | Los Angeles, CA | Elk Grove Village, IL

Schedule Required:
Wednesday-Friday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Please Note: This position requires evening and weekend coverage and the ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.

About the Role
Imperative Logistics is seeking a highly motivated Logistics Coordinator II
to support our growing expedited and high-priority freight operations. This role is ideal for an experienced logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively under pressure, and takes ownership of shipments from start to finish.
We are looking for someone who can step into a critical operational role with a strong foundation in freight forwarding, transportation, or multimodal logistics. While training will be provided, candidates should have hands-on experience managing freight movements and solving transportation challenges in real time.

• What You'll Do
• Manage time-sensitive shipments across air, ocean, truckload, LTL, expedited, and multimodal transportation networks.
• Monitor and track shipments throughout the transportation lifecycle, proactively identifying and resolving delays or service interruptions.
• Coordinate with carriers, customers, vendors, and global partners to ensure successful execution of critical freight movements.
• Arrange transportation capacity and evaluate routing options to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Provide timely communication and status updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Support mission-critical, high-priority, and expedited freight shipments requiring immediate attention and rapid response.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure service excellence and SLA compliance.
• Utilize CargoWise One and other transportation management systems to manage shipments, documentation, and tracking activities.
• Assist with project cargo and specialized freight movements as needed.
• Participate in evening, weekend, and after-hours coverage to support customer requirements and operational demands.

• What We're Looking For
• Required Qualifications
• 3+ years of freight forwarding, logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations experience.
• Experience coordinating shipments across one or more transportation modes (air, ocean, truck, intermodal, or expedited).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with a sense of urgency and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience handling expedited, time-critical, or mission-critical freight.
• Previous freight forwarding experience.
• Working knowledge of import/export processes and transportation documentation.
• CargoWise One experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, or energy.
• Experience managing oversized, project, or specialized freight movements.

• Why You'll Be Successful
• You thrive in a fast-paced operations environment.
• You communicate proactively and confidently with customers and carriers.
• You enjoy solving complex transportation challenges.
• You can remain calm and organized when priorities shift.
• You take ownership of your work and follow shipments through completion.

• WHAT WE OFFER
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• 401k + matching contribution

• HSA + matching contribution

• Paid Time Off

• Life Insurance

• Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance

• ...and more!

Imperative Logistics Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.