TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Job Summary

Serves as Assistant Traffic Management Specialist with responsibility for executing designated traffic management assignments involving all modes of transportation rail, truck, air, and water CONUS and overseas.

Responsibilities

Provides analytical and advisory traffic management services to NEXCOM divisions and field locations. Coordinates the issuance and distribution of shipping instructions and routing guides. Conducts traffic management studies relating to transportation rates and services. Instructs buying and procurement associates in the basics of traffic management. Audits all types of freight bills for accuracy.

Requirements

Works under the general supervision of a Traffic Manager. Carries out work assignments independently with general guidance and objectives provided by the supervisor. Work is reviewed during progress and upon completion in terms of methods, results, and goal attainment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

General Experience

3 years of experience in administrative, professional, analytical, or other responsible work related to traffic or transportation or other responsible work related to traffic or transportation programs or operations and skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships.

Substitution of Education for Experience

1 year of academic study above the high school level which included 6 semester hours of courses such as traffic or transportation management, economics, business administration, accounting, finance, or statistics may be substituted for 9 months of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree for 3 years of general experience. Or hold Certification in Transportation Logistics (CTL) by the American Society of Transportation Logistics (ASTL).

Specialized Experience

1 year of responsible experience which provided a knowledge of the principles of traffic management and operating programs, regulations, and procedures, conducting analyses of transportation services, rates, and routes, negotiation with carriers on related matters, and providing technical assistance on transportation matters or similar work which demonstrated the knowledge and abilities of traffic management to perform with a minimum of supervision. Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Norfolk Organization: NEXCOMHQ Job Distribution/Warehouse: Full-Time (35+ hours) Unposting Date: Jul 19, 2026, 10:59:00 PM