Transportation Coordinator

Werner-Enterprises; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Stock purchase plan

Supplemental coverage

Job summary

Werner Enterprises in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Transportation Coordinator who will manage a fleet of 100–250 professional drivers across day, night and weekend shifts. The role emphasizes safe, on-time service and strong communication with drivers and customers.

Responsibilities include coaching drivers, coordinating with multiple departments, and maintaining efficient operations. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, with previous transportation or management experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Previous transportation or management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of transportation industry and terminology gained through practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Continued management and support for 100–250 professional drivers during night and weekend hours.
• Professional verbal and written communication using Outlook, in-cab messaging and phone systems.
• Enact efficient plans to ensure safe and on-time service for customers and drivers’ prescheduled time off.
• Coach drivers through concerns including hours of service, directions, pay and productivity, swaps, permits, lumpers, advances, and equipment needs.
• Interdepartmental communications to facilitate collaboration on company goals.
• Make cost-effective decisions in line with company goals and expectations.
• Troubleshoot daily challenges for customers and professional drivers.
• Prompt attendance for all scheduled shifts.

Skills

Transportation knowledge

Conflict management

Personnel management

Windows OS proficiency

Outlook communication

North American geography

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Job SummaryIf you are someone who is hungry to learn a new industry that has a lot of growth potential - and only work half the year, this may be the right fit for you! This position has a rotating schedule of 7 days on, 7 days off with either a day or night shift, giving you the opportunity to work 26 out of 52 weeks in a year!The main purpose of this position is the continuous management and support of a fleet of professional drivers during the day, night and weekend operations. The Transportation Coordinator ensures that drivers have the knowledge and skills to safely, efficiently and effectively provide industry leading service to our customers, while building relationships with drivers to promote career growth and longevity.Essential Job FunctionsThe essential functions listed below represent the duties and responsibilities of the Transportation Coordinator position.Continued management and support for 100-250 professional drivers during night and weekend hours.Professional verbal and written communication utilizing various technologies (i.e. Outlook, in-cab messaging, phone systems, etc.)Enact efficient and creative plans to ensure safe and on time service for customers and for drivers’ prescheduled time off. Coach drivers thru concerns that they may encounter, including but not limited to hours of service, directions, pay and productivity, swaps, permits, lumpers, advances, and equipment needsProfessional interdepartmental communications to facilitate collaboration on company goals.Make cost-effective decisions in line with company goals and expectations.Troubleshoot daily challenges for both customers and professional driversPrompt attendance for all scheduled shiftsConfidentiality is an expectation of this position due to exposure to medical and payroll informationKnowledge, skills, and abilitiesThe following are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge of transportation industry and terminology, usually gained through practical experience and on-the-job trainingConflict managementPersonnel managementKnowledge of North American geographyProficient in Windows operating systemsAbility to communicate in a courteous and professional mannerEducation and experiencePrefer a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably within Supply Chain, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.Previous transportation or management experience preferredWe know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.By clicking “Submit” you are expressly consenting to our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.werner.com/privacy-policy/ ) and to Werner Enterprises, Inc., its representatives, and affiliates (“Werner”) contacting you about your inquiry, and that Werner may collect sensitive information about you to consider your employment as explained further in our Privacy Policy. All information collected will be handled and retained as explained in the Privacy Policy.