River Barge Logistics Coordinator & Dispatch

American Commercial Barge Line LLC; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) match

Career growth

Wellness programs

Supportive team

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) in Jeffersonville, IN, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage barge and fleet boat dispatching. You will provide customers with real-time updates on barge delivery status and track critical shipping data in a modern computer system to keep operations efficient.

Join a leading river transportation company with a long-standing history dating back to 1915. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and optimal fleet utilization in a dynamic river region.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision abilities.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with composure and professionalism.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, logistics management software, and database management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute barge and boat schedules within assigned river segment.
• Provide area manager with daily activity forecast and validate current plan.
• Communicate boat and barge positions, schedules, and other information as required.
• Update barge release and placement information.
• Notify customers of pending barge arrivals, projected availability, and barge placements and releases.
• Assist in planning and coordinating fleet boat and barge movement in a safe manner that maximizes fleet boat utilization and minimizes use of external fleet power.
• Enter vendor, barge and other traffic data into computer system.
• Communicate orders to harbor service vendors and coordinate port occurrences.
• Monitor barge traffic for exceptions and make corrections.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and government regulations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Problem-solving & analytics

Stress management

Detail-oriented & organized

MS Office & logistics software & DBs

Logistics experience (0-3 yrs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

Logistics management software

Database management

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) in Jeffersonville, IN, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage barge and fleet boat dispatching. You will provide customers with real-time updates on barge delivery status and track critical shipping data in a modern computer system to keep operations efficient.

Join a leading river transportation company with a long-standing history dating back to 1915. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and optimal fleet utilization in a dynamic river region.