Job Title: Traffic Coordinator

Location: Miami, FL

Industry: Logistics / Cargo Shipping (Caribbean-focused)

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Full-Time

Overview:

We're looking for a detail-oriented and organized Traffic Coordinator to join our operations team in Miami. This role plays a key part in managing cargo flow, ensuring shipments are processed and moved efficiently from origin to destination-especially to Caribbean ports. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and understands the logistics process from A to Z.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily cargo shipments (LCL/FCL) to/from Caribbean destinations

   

• Schedule and monitor pickups, deliveries, and vessel departures

   

• Prepare and process shipping documentation (bills of lading, manifests, etc.)

   

• Communicate with carriers, warehouse teams, and customers to ensure timely movement

   

• Track shipments and provide status updates to internal teams and clients

   

• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and internal SOPs

   

• Handle any delays or shipment issues with urgency and professionalism

   

• Maintain accurate data entry and recordkeeping within logistics systems

   

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or port operations

   

• Knowledge of ocean shipping procedures, including LCL/FCL

   

• Familiarity with Caribbean shipping practices and documentation preferred

   

• Strong communication and organizational skills

   

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) is a plus

   

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics software (CargoWise, Magaya, etc.)

   

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

George Martinez