Transportation Coordinator
Ritchie Bros. · Westchester, IL · 3 days ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Obtain quotes and coordinate transport of appraisal equipment and Ritchie Bros. purchased equipment to the Moerdijk facility.
- Assist non-EU consignors in organizing transport of their equipment from ports to Moerdijk.
- Assist the Yard Manager in facility and asset management, including waste management, yard/building/security maintenance, and utilities tracking.
- Prepare Purchase Orders and ensure EH&S compliance.
- Participate in auction operations, such as setting up stationary and rolling stock, fuelling, refurbishing services, and managing contractors, operators, and part-time yard staff.
- Assist with pre-set consignor budgets and cost sheets for post-auction settlements.
- Collaborate with the Detailed Equipment Inventory team, Customer Service team, and Sales team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience working with or knowledge of industrial and/or agricultural equipment, trucks, and trailers.
- Fluency in Dutch and English (oral and written).
- Excellent communication and superior customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
- Strong work ethic and a sense of humour.
- Intermediate computer skills and ability to learn new software and systems quickly.
- A clean, valid driver’s license and passport or passport eligibility.
- Flexibility to work overtime hours, including weekdays, weekends, and surrounding auction dates.
- Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment and trucks.
- Experience working outdoors in all types of weather.