Logistics Coordinator

Join Our Movement!

We’re a growing company that designs and manufactures playground equipment for communities all around the world! Be part of something bigger with Burke by Joining Our Movement! We’re looking for a Logistics Coordinator to work at Burke Headquarters and be part of our great team! This is an on-site role in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

What Moves You?

We’re not going to lie; this is an amazing opportunity. It requires hard work, a lot of innovation and enthusiasm and, of course, an abundance of Purple Passion (def. a love of play, bringing play to communities and specific love of Burke and those you work with)!

About the Role

The Logistics Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring our outbound and inbound shipments run smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This position serves as the central connection point between production, sales representatives, freight brokers, installers, and customers to coordinate transportation operations with accuracy and exceptional service.

What You’ll Do

Freight & Transportation Coordination

• Coordinate all Truckload (TL) and LTL shipments including quoting, scheduling, and broker management
• Consolidate LTL shipments into cost-effective truckloads to maximize freight efficiency and profitability
• Ensure optimized loading to minimize freight damage and meet delivery timelines
• Prepare accurate shipping documents including Bills of Lading (BOL), Master Pack Lists, labels, and carrier documentation (TL, LTL, UPS, etc.)
• Provide daily shipment confirmations to sales representatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production/Operations to confirm order readiness and identify shortages before shipment
• Communicate order status, ship dates, and delivery schedules to representatives
• Work with representatives to manage partial shipments and backorders
• Collaborate with the Distribution Center Manager to plan weekly and monthly transportation needs
• Work with Accounting to ensure freight costing accuracy and resolve discrepancies

Systems & Process Management

• Perform end-of-day shipment processing and ensure ERP accuracy
• Review proposals and orders to create accurate freight estimates
• Identify opportunities to improve shipping efficiency and reduce costs
• Performing other duties as assigned

What Success Looks Like

• Shipments leave on time and arrive as expected
• Freight costs are optimized and accurately calculated
• Documentation is precise and error-free
• Representatives and internal teams receive proactive communication
• Transportation operations run smoothly with minimal disruptions

Qualifications that Move Us!

Experience & Education

• High school diploma required (additional education preferred)
• 2+ years of logistics or distribution center experience
• Prior leadership experience is a plus
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Skills & Abilities

• Solid understanding of logistics, supply chain, freight coordination, and warehouse operations
• Proficiency in ERP systems and shipping software
• Strong attention to detail and mathematical accuracy
• Analytical problem-solving skills with ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Clear, professional communication
• Team-oriented mindset with cross-department collaboration skills
• Customer-focused approach
• Adaptability and initiative in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a team that values:

• Accuracy and accountability
• Collaboration across departments
• Continuous improvement
• Delivering exceptional service to customers

If you thrive in a fast-moving logistics environment and want to play a key role in keeping operations running efficiently, we’d love to hear from you.

Teamwork

We have an awesome team at Burke and the right individual for this role will fit well within our culture of teamwork, straightforward and open communication. Oh, and you need to have a passion for play.

Burke is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.