Transportation Coordinator

Sofidel S.p.A.; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Annual performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Sofidel America, part of the Sofidel Group, is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to coordinate inbound/outbound transportation across our manufacturing and distribution network. You will work with carriers, warehouses, and planning teams to support on-time delivery and exceptional customer service.

The role requires coordinating shipments, monitoring status, and driving efficiency improvements across the transportation function for a national network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or related area.
• Experience coordinating shipments with carriers, freight providers, 3PLs, or distribution operations preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation operations, freight management, routing, shipment tracking, and carrier communication processes.
• Experience with TMS, ERP systems, or SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor shipment status and address delays or delivery issues.
• Serve as primary contact for transportation providers for scheduling and issue resolution.
• Prepare carrier RFPs and participate in carrier selection and negotiation.
• Track and report key transportation metrics like on-time delivery and freight costs.
• Review freight invoices for accuracy and resolve discrepancies with carriers.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Planning, Manufacturing, and Warehouse teams.
• Maintain transportation data in company systems with accurate recordkeeping.
• Identify opportunities to improve transportation efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support carrier management activities and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Participate in transportation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical problem-solving

Excellent communication

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

Sofidel America is part of the Sofidel Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tissue paper products. We are committed to operational excellence, innovation, sustainability, and the development of our employees.

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the efficient movement of finished goods and raw materials across Sofidel America's manufacturing and distribution network. This role works closely with carriers, warehouses, customer service, planning, and supply chain teams to support on-time delivery and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities to support customer requirements and business objectives.
• Monitor shipment status and proactively address transportation delays, service disruptions, and delivery issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for transportation providers regarding shipment scheduling, and issue resolution.
• Prepare carriers Request for Proposal (RFP) and participate in carrier selection and negotiation
• Track and report key transportation metrics, including on-time delivery performance, freight costs, carrier performance, and service levels.
• Review freight invoices for accuracy and work with carriers to resolve discrepancies when necessary.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Supply Chain, Planning, Manufacturing, and Warehouse teams to support customer deliveries and inventory movement.
• Maintain transportation data within company systems and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve transportation efficiency, reduce freight costs, and enhance service performance.
• Support carrier management activities, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and relationship management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, transportation regulations, and customer requirements.
• Participate in transportation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and transportation performance summaries for management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating shipments and working with carriers, freight providers, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), or distribution operations preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation operations, freight management, routing, shipment tracking, and carrier communication processes.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS), ERP systems, or SAP preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Manufacturing, consumer goods, or distribution industry experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Why Join Sofidel America?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Annual company performance bonus and 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization
• Opportunity to work across a national manufacturing and distribution network while developing expertise in transportation, logistics, and supply chain operations
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sofidel America is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.