Strategic Transportation Coordinator

Design Ready Controls Inc.; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Ready Controls Inc. is seeking a transportation professional to develop and execute our transportation strategy to move materials and finished goods efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively to support operations, customers, and company growth.

The role includes coordinating transportation operations, international freight, compliance, reporting, and issue resolution, while actively engaging with cross-functional teams to optimize packaging and logistics processes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transportation, logistics or shipping.
• Experience coordinating transportation including LTL, FTL, parcel and expedited freight.
• Detail oriented with strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to manage time, multi-task, and prioritize work.
• Willingness to learn new technology through self-study.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support transportation strategy including operations, international freight, compliance, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Obtain freight quotes and coordinate carrier selection within guidelines.
• Coordinate inbound, outbound, and intercompany shipments to meet production and cost goals.
• Arrange international shipments including documentation and trade classifications.
• Track freight costs, carrier performance, on-time delivery, and claims.
• Identify process improvements and new tools/automation.
• Engage with teams on packaging design and product compliance.

Skills

Transportation experience

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Self-motivation

Learning new tech

MS Office

Job description

Design Ready Controls Inc. is seeking a transportation professional to develop and execute our transportation strategy to move materials and finished goods efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively to support operations, customers, and company growth.

The role includes coordinating transportation operations, international freight, compliance, reporting, and issue resolution, while actively engaging with cross-functional teams to optimize packaging and logistics processes.