Operations Coordinator (Trucking)

Job Summary

You will support the transportation requirements of the customer and facilitate the requirements to the carrier.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing drivers handing and updating systems to the JIT and SPD freight.
• Able to handle request by phone and email from customers and carriers to add, delete or modify routes.
• Communicate with drivers and provide instructions to ensure a successful delivery.
• Monitor and adjust driver schedules to cover required transportation commitments.
• Handle emergency shipments as required.
• Load information via Omnitracs messages and phone conversations with drivers.
• Work with material planning department on scheduling daily transportation requirements.
• Responsible for transportation management software data updates.
• Fulfill requests by researching, locating, and providing information.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement solutions for the transportation network.

Job Requirements

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Willing to train the right candidate.