Job Details

Transportation Coordinator

Classification

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Transportation Coordinator works to optimize the transportation and suppliers network for their organization. Their main objective is to ensure that all incoming and outgoing deliveries are made on time.

Essential Functions

• Know all government rules and regulations regarding the transportation of goods and materials
• Maintain delivery schedules
• Tracking deliveries, as well as provide tracking information to customers and internal departments as needed.
• Report any issues or delays in product shipment
• Research and negotiate delivery costs to develop more cost-effective shipping methods
• Handle customer complaints regarding late or damaged shipments
• Package and secure all products for shipping
• Contact shipping carriers to arrange pickup times
• Communicate delivery schedules to customers and internal contacts
• Monitor shipments to ensure that deliveries are made safely and in a timely manner

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

Typical Physical Activity

• Stand and walk for long periods of time
• Lift up to 50 pounds

Typical Environmental Conditions
The Transportation Coordinator must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Doggett is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer