Strategic Transportation & Carrier Coordinator

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Cowpens (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plans with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

PerkSpot access

Job summary

Dollar Tree is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to schedule outbound shipments and coordinate transportation operations from Cowpens, SC. The role requires strong communication with stores, distribution centers, carriers, and internal teams to maintain service standards and efficiency.

The candidate should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 3–5 years of customer service experience; familiarity with DOT regulations is a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of customer service experience preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and driver hours of service is a plus.
• Skills: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outbound and backhaul freight assignments to maximize truck utilization and reduce costs.
• Monitor carrier performance and ensure compliance with delivery protocols.
• Perform accurate data entry across transportation systems and ensure accuracy of carrier invoicing within those systems.
• Conduct tracking and tracing of deliveries and equipment.
• Support claims processes and ensure proper documentation for credits.
• Analyze operational trends and implement process improvements.
• Follow safety procedures and promote a clean, organized work environment.
• Adhere to company policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar Tree is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to schedule outbound shipments and coordinate transportation operations from Cowpens, SC. The role requires strong communication with stores, distribution centers, carriers, and internal teams to maintain service standards and efficiency.

The candidate should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 3–5 years of customer service experience; familiarity with DOT regulations is a plus.