River Logistics Coordinator: Barge & Fleet Dispatch

American-Commercial-Barge-Line; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package including medical, no

401(k) employer match

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Supportive team culture

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line in Jeffersonville, IN is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to orchestrate barge and fleet dispatches along the river region. You will provide customers with real-time delivery updates, track shipping data, and help maintain smooth, compliant operations in a fast-paced setting.

Strong communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills are essential, with proficiency in MS Office and logistics software.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• 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.
• Maximize cleaning and repair facility utilization and minimize barge idle days and shifting costs at internal fleets.
• 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

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line in Jeffersonville, IN is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to orchestrate barge and fleet dispatches along the river region. You will provide customers with real-time delivery updates, track shipping data, and help maintain smooth, compliant operations in a fast-paced setting.

Strong communication, analytical thinking, and organizational skills are essential, with proficiency in MS Office and logistics software.