Coordinator - Transportation

Freeman Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Transportation Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in managing the logistics of events. This position requires strong communication and coordination skills to ensure the timely movement of equipment to and from events, supporting the Audio Visual and Event Technology team. You will be responsible for fulfilling transportation needs, utilizing the Transportation Management System, and ensuring operational excellence. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a supportive work environment and a range of benefits to empower employees and their families. If you are passionate about logistics and event management, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, Accident and Disability Insurance

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in event production or transportation management.
• Strong communication and coordination skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation needs for events and ensure timely equipment movement.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse and event staff.

Skills

Communication Skills

Coordination Skills

Transportation Management

Warehouse Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Transportation Management System

Job description

Career Opportunities: Coordinator - Transportation (92650)

Requisition ID92650-Posted - Country (1) - Location (1) - Function (1) - Job Type (1)

Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary

The Coordinator – Transportation is directly responsible for fulfilling all local loads and unloads of freight in and out of warehouse facilities. This role is responsible for the timely movement of equipment to and from warehouse to events for the purpose of flawless execution. This position requires strong communication and coordination skills.

This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show site based out of Orlando, FL.

• Fulfill all transportation needs for assigned events
• Ensure compliant utilization of the Transportation Management System
• Communicate with warehouse and event staff all transportation movements in accordance established policies and procedures
• Perform call checks as required for shipments to ensure timely delivery
• Assist in training/development, and staffing of staff
• Work with vendor network to provide quality service while balancing fiscal responsibility to ensure Operational Excellence and Sustainable Profitability
• Check drivers in and out of warehouse in accordance to operational policies and procedures
• Provide recommendations on Capital Expenditure and planning
• Drive teamwork and communication between all warehouse operations
• Assists other department heads as needed

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience required
• Minimum 2 years of related experience within event production, warehouse management and/or transportation management

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

What We Offer

Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.