Strategic Logistics Coordinator

Tillamook County Creamery Association; Tillamook (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tillamook County Creamery Association is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage transportation and distribution, maximizing pickup and delivery efficiency while controlling costs across the private fleet and contract carriers. Ensure orders are scheduled, dispatched, and arrive in the right quantity and quality.

This role requires 3 years of transportation experience, TMS proficiency, and strong collaboration with customer service, planning, manufacturing and procurement to meet needs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred.
• 3 years of transportation experience is required.
• 3 years of experience in a TMS program preferred.
• Office administration experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Proficient in office procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, trucking companies, and the general public.
• Must be computer literate with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Share Point and have good knowledge with ERP, TMS and WMS systems.
• Demonstrate initiative to achieve expert level in TMS and other frequently used programs within a minimal amount of time.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations as it pertains to general freight transportation.
• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and be flexible in working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Licenses and/or Certifications:
• CTP Preferred
• MS Office Certifications Preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor unassigned orders and build efficient truck loads via the TMS.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the transportation department.
• Schedule and coordinate activities of the TCCA drivers.
• Dispatch orders to meet pickup and delivery dates.
• Assign appropriate carriers via TMS with cost and service focus.
• Collaborate with carriers professionally and coordinate deliveries and backhauls.

Skills

Transportation experience

TMS proficiency

Office administration

Customer service

ERP/WMS knowledge

DOT regulations knowledge

MS Office suite

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

TMS software

SharePoint

ERP systems

WMS systems

Job description

Tillamook County Creamery Association is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage transportation and distribution, maximizing pickup and delivery efficiency while controlling costs across the private fleet and contract carriers. Ensure orders are scheduled, dispatched, and arrive in the right quantity and quality.

This role requires 3 years of transportation experience, TMS proficiency, and strong collaboration with customer service, planning, manufacturing and procurement to meet needs