Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Launch Your Career in Global Supply Chain & Logistics

Are you looking to launch or grow your career in international business, supply chain management, logistics, or transportation? Join our team and gain hands-on experience managing global imports, working with international transportation providers, and collaborating with business leaders across purchasing, finance, customer service, and trade compliance.

The Import Transportation Coordinator role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a broad understanding of global supply chain operations while building valuable analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced business environment.

This is an entry-level position.  

Location: Full-time onsite, Monday-Friday
Work Environment: Professional office setting (not a warehouse position and not remote)

What You'll Do

As an Import Transportation Coordinator, you will support the movement of imported products from origin to destination while helping optimize transportation costs, service, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily communication with ocean carriers, drayage providers, freight forwarders, and internal business partners.
• Assist with carrier selection and transportation planning to support cost-effective movement of imported goods.
• Maintain transportation rates, routing information, and logistics data within company systems.
• Analyze transportation costs and identify opportunities for process improvements and savings.
• Support freight claim investigations and resolution activities.
• Partner with Accounts Payable to review freight invoices and ensure billing accuracy.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Customer Service, Finance, and Trade Compliance teams on transportation and import-related initiatives.
• Assist in resolving shipment delays, service issues, and transportation exceptions.
• Maintain logistics records and support daily shipment processing activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance supply chain performance and customer service.

What We're Looking For

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Internship, coursework, or experience related to supply chain, logistics, transportation, operations, or international business is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and develop professionally.
• Experience with ERP or transportation systems is beneficial but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in global supply chain and international transportation.
• Work directly with cross-functional business teams and industry partners.
• Develop skills in logistics, analytics, transportation management, and international trade.
• Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.
• Exposure to real-world supply chain challenges and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be part of a collaborative team that supports learning, mentorship, and career development

The perks of being a Bunzl team member don’t stop at being part of a great team or being valued as our #1 asset. We offer a full range of benefits to help our employees take care of themselves and their families today, tomorrow and for the future.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits effective the 1st day of the month after 30 days
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Holidays and Personal Time
• 401K with generous company match
• Additional benefit information can be found on the Bunzl Careers home page under Benefits and Perks. 

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to exceed $10 billion in sales. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Bunzl North America operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than 10,000 team members and over 400,000 supplies, Bunzl is recognized as a leading supplier across North America—and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. At Bunzl, you’ll find Unlimited Potential… your career, our future.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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