Logistics & Freight Coordinator | On-Time Shipments

Trinity Industries

Eagle Pass (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

TrinityRail in Eagle Pass, TX is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support daily freight operations. You will schedule shipments, coordinate with vendors and third-party carriers, and ensure on-time, cost-efficient transportation.

This role thrives in a fast-paced supply-chain environment with opportunities to problem-solve, communicate effectively, and plan logistics. Fluency in Spanish is a plus, and you will interact with drivers on-site as needed.

Qualifications

2+ years of Transportation or Logistics experience (non-asset brokerage or 3PL preferred).
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience using TMS or ERP systems.
Ability to multitask and manage time/tasks in a fast paced, changing environment.
Proficiency in Word and Excel for reporting and data entry.
Understanding of shipping modes (FTL, LTL, Parcel).
Flexibility to answer calls after hours and on weekends as needed.
Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate pickup and delivery requirements with suppliers and internal teams.
Coordinate daily shipments with carriers and brokers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
Book transportation capacity based on service requirements, cost and availability.
Track and monitor shipments and provide proactive updates to internal teams.
Maintain data in the TMS including carrier assignments, shipment status and costs.
Validate transportation documents (BOLs, PODs, shipping instructions).
Resolve transportation issues such as delays or service failures.
Analyze freight spend and carrier performance to support cost-saving initiatives.
Support continuous improvement projects to streamline transportation workflows.