Transportation Coordinator

Crate and Barrel; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel seeks a Transportation Coordinator in Tracy, California. The role involves supporting logistics for deliveries, optimizing transportation operations, and analyzing performance metrics. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, a high school diploma, and experience in transportation systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in English with excellent reading and written skills.
• Experience in transportation and logistics operations.
• Ability to influence and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of store and home delivery center deliveries.
• Analyze performance against KPIs and manage budget.
• Ensure steady inbound and outbound movement of goods.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Operational Acumen

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or 2 years of relevant experience (preferred)

Tools

Transportation Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Google platform

Job description

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results, and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced, and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From our first store in Chicago in 1962 to today’s digital innovations engaging millions, our iconic brand has a rich history of over 60 years—and our story continues.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Transportation Coordinator.

A day in the life as a Transportation Coordinator

• Support execution of store and home delivery center 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, perform root-cause analysis, and create action plans to manage performance.
• Execute against Peak Season plans/strategies to support the business needs.
• Support Transportation Manager in yard staffing, scheduling, and inbound/outbound transportation responsibilities.
• Interact with Field Leadership, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of service standards.
• Plan and communicate truck capacity requirements, ensuring adequate truck and trailer supply.
• Ensure steady inbound and outbound movement, timely merchandise delivery, and optimal carrier utilization.
• Provide guidance and training to peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable.
• Audit Yard Management System for carrier/trailer accuracy.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of Transportation Management Systems to design, test, and implement efficiencies.
• Maintain CBH Transportation and Logistics master data.
• Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives.
• Create and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Transportation activities.
• Perform other duties as required, including managing miscellaneous outbound shipments like RTVs, misroutes, FedEx, etc.

What you’ll bring to the table…

• Excellent reading and written skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems.
• Proficiency with email, internet browsers, and Google platform.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Operational acumen and understanding of freight movement (LTL, FTL, parcel, intermodal).
• Knowledge of freight pricing, detention, drayage, and costs.
• Ability to learn and assist in other transportation areas.

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

• High School diploma or GED.
• Associates degree or 2 years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Exceptional Google proficiency.
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
• High aptitude for data analysis and inference.

Minimum Starting Rate: $20.19/hourly
Up to: $25.24/hourly
Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable law. In addition to salary, associates may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and long-term incentives.