About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Supply Chain & Logistics (international logistics services).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-level Logistics Coordinator (Bilingual in Mandarin) for an on-site, full-time role based in Queens, NY. This entry-level position supports daily import/export and domestic shipment activities—booking freight, preparing documentation, tracking cargo, and communicating with carriers, vendors, and customers in both English and Mandarin.

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What You’ll Do

• Coordinate daily shipment activities: book freight, prepare bills of lading/waybills and shipment documentation.
• Track cargo status from origin to destination and update internal systems.
• Communicate with carriers, vendors, customs brokers, and clients in English and Mandarin to confirm schedules and resolve issues.
• Enter and maintain accurate shipment and customer data in spreadsheets and logistics/ERP systems.
• Support import/export compliance processes and assist with basic customs documentation.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide timely status updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Learn and apply standard logistics procedures; accept training and guidance from senior staff.

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Qualifications

• Ability to communicate professionally in both English and Mandarin (reading, writing, speaking).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and good time-management.
• Basic knowledge or interest in logistics, supply chain, or international trade; eagerness to learn.
• Comfortable using office software (spreadsheets, email, word processing) and learning logistics/ERP tools.
• Customer-service oriented with problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work on-site in Queens, NY in a fast-paced environment and collaborate in a diverse team.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred — relevant internships or work experience considered a plus.
• Understanding of import/export documentation a benefit; training will be provided.

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Schedule & Compensation

• Employment type: Full-time, on-site.
• Schedule: Five days a week; may require weekend availability.
• Salary range (provided by Confidential Client): $50,000–$55,000 per year.

Note: This posting includes a salary range consistent with local pay-transparency practices.

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Location & Worksite

• Worksite: On-site in Queens, NY (not remote). Applicants must be able to work in Queens, NY.

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Why Join

• Start your career in supply chain and international logistics with structured training and hands-on experience.
• Work in a bilingual role that leverages Mandarin language skills and offers exposure to global trade processes.
• Opportunity to grow into operations, customs brokerage, or account-management roles.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with applicable disability and accommodation laws. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.