Carrier Transport Coordinator

Jobtailor; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Driveaway is seeking an experienced Transportation Coordinator to manage vehicle transport orders from qualification to delivery. You will coordinate carriers, review orders, and prepare pricing using SOPs and market information.

The role requires 2+ years in transportation/logistics, strong communication, and a focus on safety and customer service. This on-site position in Lombard, IL offers growth opportunities and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Direct experience in carrier management, transportation operations, dispatch, or freight brokerage preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong financial acumen, sense of urgency, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel.
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service.
• Valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Employment eligibility confirmed through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Process and coordinate vehicle transport requests from initial order qualification through carrier payment.
• Review order details and prepare pricing for vehicle transport quote requests using established tools, market information, and standard operating procedures
• Source, evaluate, and assign qualified carriers in accordance with Auto Driveaway’s carrier qualification guidelines
• Manage vehicle transport orders from pickup through delivery with a focus on safety, compliance, efficiency, profitability, and customer service
• Maintain communication with carriers, customers, Account Management, Operations, Safety, and Accounting personnel
• Uphold and enhance Auto Driveaway’s reputation through professionalism, reliability, communication, and exceptional customer service

Job description

• Process and coordinate vehicle transport requests from initial order qualification through carrier payment
• Review order details and prepare pricing for vehicle transport quote requests using established tools, market information, and standard operating procedures
• Source, evaluate, and assign qualified carriers in accordance with Auto Driveaway’s carrier qualification guidelines
• Manage vehicle transport orders from pickup through delivery with a focus on safety, compliance, efficiency, profitability, and customer service
• Maintain communication with carriers, customers, Account Management, Operations, Safety, and Accounting personnel
• Uphold and enhance Auto Driveaway’s reputation through professionalism, reliability, communication, and exceptional customer service

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or related fields
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred
• Direct experience in carrier management, transportation operations, dispatch, or freight brokerage preferred
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong financial acumen, sense of urgency, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office Suite, and Excel
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service
• Valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)
• Employment eligibility confirmed through E-Verify

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in transportation and logistics management, with a strong focus on carrier management, compliance, and customer service. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and Excel for operational efficiency and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Transportation Operations
• Carrier Management
• Logistics Coordination
• Customer Service
• Financial Acumen

Hard Skills

• Transportation Management
• Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Carrier Qualification
• Order Processing
• Pricing Preparation
• Dispatch
• Freight Brokerage
• Safety Compliance
• Attention to Detail

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Self-Motivation
• Sense of Urgency

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Industry Keywords

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Supply Chain
• Carrier Management
• Customer Service

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel
• Email