Temporary Transportation Coordinator

The TJX Companies, Inc.; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

The TJX Companies, Inc. in Ashville, Ohio is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to manage day-to-day transportation execution, coordinating with DCs, Home Office, stores and carriers to ensure timely deliveries of TJX merchandise.

You will optimize shipping plans and support peak season activities while maintaining high service standards across our distribution network. Join a dynamic team focused on KPI performance, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration inside TJX

Qualifications

• At least one year of related experience.
• Associate Degree preferred, not required.
• Excellent written and oral communication with all levels of Management.
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking ability.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Punctual and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Support execution and planning of crossdock and store deliveries, ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, return logistics and peak season strategies
• Deliver operational performance against KPIs and budget, performing root-cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
• Execute peak season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
• Support Transportation Manager/Supervisor in yard staffing, scheduling, and usage as well as in supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities
• Interact with Field Leadership, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards
• Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers
• Ensure steady flow of inbound and outbound movements, resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers
• Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments, i.e. RTVs, Misroutes, Fed Ex, etc.
• Audits Yard Management System for carrier/trailer accuracy
• Build in-depth working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems so that you can design, test, and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies
• Gather and maintain TJX Transportation and Logistics master data
• Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
• Create and follow Standard Operating Process (SOP) guides for Outbound activities
• Performs other task and duties as required or directed

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Sierra

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Sierra, Winners, Homesense, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description

Transportation Coordinator

Location: Ashville, Ohio – Sierra Distribution Center

Shift: B - Friday to Sunday 6:00am to 6:30 pm

Pay Range: $17.50-$23.50 per hour depending on experience

Come to work and be ready to think on your feet, grow your skills, and embrace the many opportunities. Our Distribution Centers are the key to getting new products out to TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, Winners, Homesense, and TK Maxx. To keep up with our ever-changing inventory, we stay nimble and adaptable. No day is the same, and that’s just how we like it. Every shift is a new opportunity to Discover Different—and support each other along the way.

Job Summary

As a Transportation Coordinator, you are responsible for but not limited to handling the day-to-day execution of the transportation department. A coordinator works with internal (DC, Home Office, Store Ops, etc.) and external (carriers, 3PLs) partners to monitor shipments and expedite the efficient movement of TJX merchandise. Creating a timely flow into our stores while working to maintain the optimal performance value. Ensuring timely service of deliveries, while upholding operational standards. Supporting and escalating any high-level challenges to their Transportation Supervisor/Manager.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Support execution and planning of crossdock and store deliveries, ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, return logistics and peak season strategies


• Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and budget, performing root-cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance


• Execute against Peak Season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business


• Support Transportation Manager/Supervisor in yard staffing, scheduling, and usage as well as in supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities


• Interact with Field Leadership, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards


• Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers.


• Ensure steady flow of inbound and outbound movements, resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers.


• Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable


• Audits Yard Management System for carrier/trailer accuracy.


• Build in-depth working knowledge of the Transportation Management Systems so that you can design, test, and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies


• Gather and maintain TJX Transportation and Logistics master data


• Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed


• Create and follow Standard Operating Process (SOP) guides for Outbound activities


• Performs other task and duties as required or directed.


• Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments, ie. RTVs, Misroutes, Fed Ex, etc.

Minimal Requirements

• At least (1) year of related experience.


• Associate Degree preferred, not required.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of Management.


• Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask.


• Extreme attention to detail.


• Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).


• Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel.


• Strong Customer Service and teamwork skills.


• Be on time to work.

Come Discover Different at TJX—we think you’ll find that it’s so much more than a job. When you’re a part of our TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit team in our Distribution Centers. We move a lot of inventory—at all times of the day—and that takes working, learning, and growing together.

As you think about where to work, know that we care for our people. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities following the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

• Associate discount


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• smoking cessation support


• bereavement leave


• 401(k) Associate contributions


• credit union


• cell phone discounts


• 401(k) match


• medical


• dental


• vision


• life insurance


• disability coverage


• paid parental leave


• paid holidays/vacation/sick


• scholarship program

All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan, agreement or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address

4077 Airbase Rd

Location: USA Sierra Distribution Center Ashville