Dock Operations Coordinator

Cushman & Wakefield; Richmond (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Dock Operations Coordinator to manage daily dock activities, communications with carriers and tenants, and documentation across multiple loading areas. The role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient freight flow within a high-volume logistics environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate shipments, maintain schedules, track performance, and support operational reporting while upholding safety standards and service quality for tenants and partners.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, facilities operations, or related environments.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipping, receiving, and freight movement activities to support efficient dock operations.
• Schedule dock appointments and maintain carrier arrival and departure schedules.
• Communicate operational priorities and scheduling changes to carriers, vendors, tenants, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor dock activity and assist in resolving routine operational issues.
• Support efficient dock utilization and freight flow across multiple loading areas.
• Serve as a primary contact for carriers, drivers, and transportation providers regarding scheduling and operational requirements.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Logistics or related

Tools

CMMS

WMS

TMS

ERP

Excel

Job description

Dock Operations Coordinator

Job Description Summary

The Dock Operations Coordinator supports the daily execution of dock, shipping, receiving, and transportation activities within a high-volume logistics environment. This role serves as a key coordination point between carriers, tenants, vendors, and facility operations teams to ensure the efficient movement of freight and materials throughout the property.
The Dock Operations Coordinator is responsible for scheduling dock activity, maintaining operational documentation, supporting carrier communications, tracking performance data, and assisting with workflow execution. This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational continuity, customer service excellence, and compliance with established safety and transportation procedures.

Job Description

Dock Operations Coordination

• Coordinate daily shipping, receiving, and freight movement activities to support efficient dock operations.
• Schedule dock appointments and maintain carrier arrival and departure schedules.
• Communicate operational priorities and scheduling changes to carriers, vendors, tenants, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor dock activity and assist in resolving routine operational issues.
• Support efficient dock utilization and freight flow across multiple loading areas.

Carrier & Logistics Coordination

• Serve as a primary contact for carriers, drivers, and transportation providers regarding scheduling and operational requirements.
• Verify carrier documentation and arrival information.
• Coordinate shipment status updates and communicate delays or service disruptions.
• Escalate transportation issues, shipment discrepancies, and service concerns to Dock Management.
• Assist in maintaining positive working relationships with transportation partners.

Documentation & Records Management

• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping and receiving documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOLs), delivery receipts, manifests, packing lists, and freight records.
• Ensure accurate data entry within locally developed systems/tools.
• Maintain organized operational records and documentation.
• Support freight claims, discrepancy investigations, and documentation requests.
• Assist with audit preparation and records retention requirements.

Customer, Tenant & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as a point of contact for routine dock-related inquiries from tenants, customers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Coordinate dock access requirements, delivery schedules, and service requests.
• Provide professional communication regarding shipment status, operational constraints, and scheduling updates.
• Support customer service initiatives that promote operational excellence and tenant satisfaction.
• Escalate complex issues requiring management intervention.

Inventory & Freight Tracking Support

• Assist with verification of inbound and outbound shipment accuracy.
• Support inventory movement tracking and documentation.
• Monitor shipment discrepancies, shortages, and damaged freight.
• Coordinate follow-up activities with warehouse and operations teams.
• Assist with inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation efforts as needed.

Operational Reporting & Administrative Support

• Prepare routine operational reports and performance summaries.
• Track metrics including dock utilization, appointment schedules, shipment volume, and service performance.
• Maintain departmental logs and performance records.
• Assist with data collection and dashboard reporting activities.
• Support process improvement efforts through accurate reporting and documentation.

Safety & Compliance Support

• Promote compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and established dock procedures.
• Report safety concerns, equipment issues, or operational risks.
• Assist with safety inspections, documentation reviews, and compliance initiatives.
• Support adherence to cargo security and shipment control procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and operational training programs.

Facility & Equipment Coordination

• Monitor dock equipment and operational infrastructure for functionality and serviceability.
• Report maintenance issues involving dock doors, levelers, and related equipment.
• Coordinate service requests through CMMS system.
• Assist facilities and maintenance teams with work order follow-up and operational scheduling.
• Support preventative maintenance coordination activities.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, facilities operations, or related environments.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and operational records.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Associate degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms, or CMMS software.
• Experience supporting operations within commercial real estate, distribution, industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments.
• Knowledge of freight documentation and transportation processes.

Core Competencies

• Operational Coordination
• Customer & Tenant Service
• Logistics Administration
• Transportation Coordination
• Documentation Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Communication & Relationship Management
• Problem Solving
• Data Accuracy & Reporting
• Safety Awareness
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

Physical Work Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Frequent movement throughout dock, warehouse, and facility areas.
• Regular use of computers, telephones, scanners, and office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to review records, monitor operations, and communicate effectively.

Scheduling

• Standard business hours coverage required.
• May be required to support early morning, evening, weekend, or peak operational periods.
• Flexibility to support operational demands and service requirements.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Conditions of employment

All offers of employment are contingent upon: Legal Documentation establishing identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the US/United States Citizenship, Drug Testing, Criminal background check, Clean DMV record (for related driving roles), Education verification, and Reference checks.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.