Transportation Management

• Logistics and transportation management often go hand in hand, which is why many jobs in logistics are called transportation and logistics, or translog. A logistics coordinator for a company would typically manage transportation needs for the company. A third-party coordinator would schedule transportation from supplier to buyer or distribution center to end destination. A logistics coordinator job description for Odyssey Wilderness Programs notes one function of the position is to "Provide transportation during individual student and group transport days."
  
  

Coordinate Flow

• Coordinating the flow of information and goods is a general depiction of what logistics is about and serves as a primary function of a coordinator's job. The Human Resources website includes the job function of coordinating daily activity related to the location and movement of goods and raw materials. This often includes use of computer software applications for scheduling transports and monitoring their status en route.
  
  

Documentation

• Documenting information, materials and goods flow is a major function of a logistics coordinator. This includes maintaining accurate records of orders, order fulfillment details, distribution and pricing details, contracts and other documents important to relationships with clients or suppliers. In conjunction with ordering, the coordinator prepares invoices and files them upon payment.
  
  

Inventory Management

• Inventory management involves basic oversight of making certain buyers or retailers have necessary inventory to meet demand. Third-part coordinators monitor the inventory in distribution centers. Company-employed coordinators work with suppliers or buyers through electronic data integration to monitor inventory levels and automate ordering of new product when possible.
  
  

Billing and Cost Control

• Logistics coordinators are typically in charge of establishing billing procedures and sending and tracking invoices with clients or buyers. They are also generally responsible for optimizing efficient operation of all logistics and transportation systems to meet the basic cost-efficiency goals of logistics coordination. This includes rerouting freight as needed to avoid excessive costs.