Army Transportation & Logistics Coordinator

Akima; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Global Logistics seeks a Transportation Coordinator to plan, schedule, and coordinate inbound and outbound Army equipment movements at a contractor-operated site. You will ensure compliance with DTR, Army policies, and contract requirements, while maintaining accurate documentation and government property accountability.

You will collaborate with Army units, warehouse staff, and drivers, manage shipment schedules, prepare shipping documents, and track performance metrics for on-time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant work experience accepted in lieu.
• 3–5 years of transportation or logistics coordination experience preferred.
• Experience with Army turn-in or SSA operations desirable.
• Familiarity with Army systems: TC-AIMS II, GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP.
• Valid driver’s license with proof of vehicle insurance and ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receipt and shipment of vehicles, equipment, and repair parts turned in by Army units.
• Develop and manage shipment schedules to avoid bottlenecks during mass turn-in operations.
• Liaise with unit supply personnel, warehouse staff, and drivers to ensure smooth cargo flow.
• Prepare and process shipping/receiving documents (DA 1348-1A, DD 1149, bills of lading, load plans).
• Enter movement data into Army logistics systems (TC-AIMS II, GCSS-Army, DPAS).
• Maintain shipping/receiving logs for audit readiness under ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
• Ensure compliance with DTR 4500.9-R, AR 55-355, AR 710-2, AR 735-5.
• Verify proper HAZMAT packaging, marking, and labeling.

Skills

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Hazmat knowledge

Reading/interpreting Army forms

Driver's license

Background check readiness

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TC-AIMS II

GCSS-Army

DPAS

LMP

Job description

Akima Global Logistics seeks a Transportation Coordinator to plan, schedule, and coordinate inbound and outbound Army equipment movements at a contractor-operated site. You will ensure compliance with DTR, Army policies, and contract requirements, while maintaining accurate documentation and government property accountability.

You will collaborate with Army units, warehouse staff, and drivers, manage shipment schedules, prepare shipping documents, and track performance metrics for on-time