A logistics coordinator manages the movement of goods, materials, or services - coordinating shipping, tracking deliveries, managing carriers and freight partners, and ensuring orders move smoothly through the supply chain.
A great Logistics Coordinator does not just complete tasks. They own a function that directly frees you to grow. Here is what that looks like in a scaling business:
01Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with carriers and freight forwarders
02Track orders and deliveries and proactively communicate status
03Resolve shipping delays, damage claims, and carrier issues
04Maintain shipping records and compliance documentation
05Optimize shipping costs through carrier selection and rate negotiation
How this hire moves your business forward: Logistics directly affects customer satisfaction and operating costs. A dedicated logistics coordinator keeps your supply chain running without constant escalation to senior staff.
Why LatAm
Why LatAm Produces Great Logistics Coordinators.
LatAm logistics coordinators are well-versed in international shipping, carrier management, and US logistics platforms. Many have experience in import/export operations and cross-border supply chains.
The timezone overlap with the US is strong. LatAm professionals work within 1 to 3 hours of US Eastern time, so there is no async lag, no late-night handoffs, and no communication gap.
Skills & tools
Know What a Great Logistics Coordinator Actually Brings to the Table.
Beyond the resume, here are the skills, tools, and traits that separate strong performers from strong interviewers.
Hard Skills
Carrier and freight management
Shipment tracking
Claims and dispute resolution
Compliance documentation
Cost optimization
Common Tools
ShipBob
Flexport
FedEx / UPS platforms
Excel / Google Sheets
ERP systems
Soft Skills & Traits
Detail-oriented
Proactive problem-solver
Clear communicator
Calm when delays occur
Organized
Compensation
What You Can Expect to Pay.
Based on Sur market data and regional benchmarks. Figures reflect total cash compensation.
Seniority
US Annual
LatAm Annual
You Save
Entry
$45,000
$18,000
$27,000 / yr
Mid level
$58,000
$24,000
$34,000 / yr
Senior
$72,000
$30,000
$42,000 / yr
Spot the right hire
What to Look For, and What to Watch Out For.
Green Flags
Stays ahead of delays before customers notice
Has a clear system for tracking every shipment
Knows how to navigate carrier claims effectively
Looks for cost-saving opportunities proactively
Red Flags
Reactive to delays rather than proactively monitoring
Cannot handle a complex international shipment dispute
No experience with US import/export documentation
Our process
Our Process for This Role.
We do not post and wait. Every Logistics Coordinator search we run is built from scratch around your business, your stage, your team, and your goals. And at every step, we are thinking about how this hire helps you grow.
1
Onboarding Call
We start by understanding what you actually need.
2
Role Scoping and Assessment Design
We build a precise role profile and design the custom skills assessment before we search for anyone.
3
Sourcing
We source actively across LatAm and the Caribbean and through our network.
4
Prescreening and Phone Screen
Every candidate is internally screened then put through an English phone screen.
5
Your Shortlist
3 to 5 candidates delivered early in the process with background, audio clip, and our team's recommendation.
6
Skills Assessment
Shortlisted candidates take a custom assessment built to replicate the actual work of the role.
7
Hire and Guarantee
We support the offer, help structure compensation for retention, and back every placement with a 90-day guarantee.
Common Questions About Hiring a Logistics Coordinator.
2-3 weeks typically. Most placements are made within 21 days of the onboarding call.
Most LatAm professionals work within 1 to 3 hours of US Eastern time.
All Sur placements speak fluent English. We screen for language ability on every search. High business English required (stakeholder-facing).
A LatAm logistics coordinator brings strong supply chain operations skills at significantly lower cost. Many have direct experience with US import/export and international freight processes.
If your hire does not work out within the first 90 days for any reason, we replace them at no additional cost.
Yes. Many LatAm logistics coordinators have direct import/export compliance experience, particularly for US-LatAm trade lanes.
Often yes for smaller operations. Sur can design a combined scope if both functions need to be covered by one person.
Ready to Hire a Logistics Coordinator Who Actually Moves the Needle?
Let us design the role together and find you the right person from LatAm.