Logistics Customer Support & Freight Status Coordinator

UFP Industries; Union City (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Transportation Customer Service Representative to act as the primary contact for customers, manage load progress, and coordinate with internal teams and partners to ensure on-time delivery.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality service, maintaining accurate records, and driving continuous improvement in transportation performance. This position emphasizes proactive communication and responsive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or customer service.
• Understanding of freight movement, delivery schedules and terminology preferred.
• Familiarity with load tracking systems and TMS preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer interactions, track load progress, and resolve issues.
• Monitor and update customers on load status and delivery times.
• Serve as primary contact for customer questions and concerns.
• Identify service disruptions and coordinate resolutions.
• Communicate with load planning to align on customer needs and follow up.
• Maintain accurate system updates reflecting real-time status.
• Data entry and research related to delayed loads.
• Coordinate with external transportation partners to meet service levels.
• Track and report on service performance indicators and improvements.
• Promote use of portals, tracking tools, and automated notifications.
• Maintain SOPs for assigned plants.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

TMS

Load tracking systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a Transportation Customer Service Representative to act as the primary contact for customers, manage load progress, and coordinate with internal teams and partners to ensure on-time delivery.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality service, maintaining accurate records, and driving continuous improvement in transportation performance. This position emphasizes proactive communication and responsive problem-solving.