Sr Logistics and Supply Chain Coordinator in Los Angeles, California at Element Electronics

Established in 2007, Element Electronics began with a simple belief - every household should have access to TVs featuring cutting-edge technology. In 2014, we took our commitment further by opening a factory in Winnsboro, SC, making Element the sole major television company assembling TVs in the United States. Presently, we continue to challenge ourselves, expanding our product range to include electronics and home appliances, while consistently providing customers with products showcasing the latest technology, all at affordable prices.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Sr. Logistics and Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for managing and tracking the flow of finished goods from Mexican suppliers (maquiladoras) to our U.S. 3PL partner in Los Angeles, as well as shipments returning to Mexico for key customers such as Walmart. This position plays a key role in ensuring on-time delivery, accurate documentation, and compliance with customs requirements for all cross-border movements. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in coordinating with suppliers, customs brokers, trucking carriers, and internal supply chain teams.

Fluency in English and Spanish is required; Mandarin is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Supply Chain Coordination

• Track inbound and outbound shipments from Mexican suppliers to the U.S. and Mexico.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal supply chain teams to align production schedules and delivery timing.
• Escalate vendor or logistics issues promptly to ensure customer and operational commitments are met.
• Support shipment visibility, timely reporting, and system updates.

Customs & Documentation

• Coordinate responses to Customs Requests for Information (CF-28), exams, or detentions with internal and external teams.

Logistics & 3PL Management

• Coordinate transportation schedules and carrier assignments for U.S.-bound and Mexico-bound shipments.
• Communicate with carriers to ensure timely pickup, delivery, and issue resolution.
• Oversee 3PL operations performance, including KPI monitoring, inbound planning, and outbound fulfillment.
• Track OTIF and MABD performance; support root cause analysis and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain shipment records, collect proof of delivery (POD), and support freight cost control.

Inventory Control

• Support inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies between system and physical counts.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet customer and business demand.

Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in logistics coordination, customs, or supply chain operations (cross-border experience strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of U.S.–Mexico trade processes, customs documentation, and 3PL operations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; Mandarin is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/WMS systems; familiarity with Tipalti or similar AP platforms preferred.
• Must be able to work on-site in Chino, CA daily.
• Passion for Element Electronics’ mission

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Relationship-Building
• Team Building
• Customer Service Skills
• Problem Solving / Analysis
• Strong negotiation skills
• Emphasizes Customer Focus
• Technical Capacity
• Personal Effectiveness
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Promotes Core Values
• Ethical & Discrete Conduct
• Communication Proficiency

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments with or without notice.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or experience.
• This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
• This position may require travel as needed throughout the United States and abroad.

Physical Demands for the Logistics Coordinator Position

• These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Logistics Coordinator position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary.

Work Environment for the Logistics Coordinator Position

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the Logistics Coordinator will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Element TV Company, LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employee and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Element TV Company, LP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Element TV Company, LP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Element TV Company, LP’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.