Transport Scheduler

Aggreko; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that provides energy solutions to communities and businesses. As a Transport Scheduler, you will play a crucial role in coordinating transport activities, ensuring timely deliveries, and managing vendor relations. This position offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career growth. You'll work in a safety-focused culture, where your skills in supply chain management and attention to detail will shine. If you're ready to make a difference and keep the power on, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus program

Medical plan options

Paid training programs

Career growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Safety-focused culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience required.
• Experienced supply chain professional with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transport activities and manage customer inquiries.
• Ensure timely delivery and compliance with DOT regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data-driven problem solving

Organizational skills

Supply chain management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Specialized diploma or vocational training

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Transport Management System (TMS)

Spartan Mobile Logistics

Job description

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive, and businesses can grow. We bring power, heat, and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it.

We are hiring immediately for a Transport Scheduler role that will help us power progress for our customers.

Why Aggreko?

• Base salary starting at $55k/year
• Annual bonus program tied to company and individual performance
• Medical plan options available
• Paid training programs
• Career growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Safety-focused culture

What you will do:

• Based out of the Lemont, IL service center, provide truck availability information to sales and manage customer inquiries.
• Coordinate transport activities via the Transport Hire Coordination Task queue and Transport Management System (TMS) for optimal supplier selection and cost-efficiency.
• Oversee timely delivery and return orders, using systems like Spartan Mobile Logistics for asset management and collaborating on inventory accuracy with service centers.
• Escalate commercial transport issues, manage vendor relations for quality and cost, and handle purchase orders for transport suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to Department of Transport (DOT) regulations and resolve supplier invoice disputes as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotations to maintain 24/7 customer service support.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or relevant experience, specialized diploma, or vocational training
• Experienced supply chain professional
• Attention to detail and data-driven problem solving skills
• Well organized with the ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, and other software programs

We invite the best talent to join us. Apply now and help us keep the power on.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Aggreko

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, respecting their unique skills, attitudes, and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work to foster our best performance for each other, our customers, communities, and careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Your application will be considered based on your qualifications and experience, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.