Transportation Coordinator, 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:10 PM-10:45 PM (DC 499 - Onsite)

Nordstrom Inc; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

401k

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Coordinator on the 2nd shift to manage inbound/outbound transport within the fulfillment center. You will coordinate trailer movements, schedule shipments, and work with carriers to keep freight moving on time.

The role requires 1–3 years in transportation or logistics, strong data-analysis and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and YMS/TMS platforms. A team-focused, proactive approach is essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fulfillment center operations.
• Working knowledge of yard management, transportation systems, and supply chain operations.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with YMS/TMS platforms.
• Adaptability to learn new tools quickly and deliver exceptional service while collaborating as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of contact for carrier communication, escalating issues to the Transportation Manager when necessary.
• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, delays, and operational issues to maintain workflow continuity.
• Assist with truck yard operations by monitoring trailer movements and ensuring timely processing.
• Track and report on transportation KPIs such as Yard-to-Empty, Late Ships, Late Inducts, and On-Time Performance.
• Support scheduling and shipment planning to maintain operational efficiency.
• Communicate with building departments to ensure alignment on processes and resolve day-to-day operational challenges.
• Participate in team meetings to review performance metrics and share updates.
• Demonstrate commitment to teamwork through relationship-building and collaboration.

Skills

Carrier coordination

YMS/TMS

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Tools

YMS/TMS platforms

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description Schedule: 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:10 PM-10:45 PM. Additional hours are based on business need. The Transportation Coordinator supports inbound and outbound transportation operations within the fulfillment center, ensuring operational efficiency and system accuracy. This role focuses on trailer and yard management, shipment scheduling, and carrier coordination to maintain timely freight movement. The Coordinator works closely with internal teams and external carriers to uphold system integrity and resolve operational issues. A day in the life…

• Serve as a key point of contact for carrier communication, escalating issues to the Transportation Manager when necessary.
• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies, delays, and operational issues to maintain workflow continuity.
• Assist with truck yard operations by monitoring trailer movements and ensuring timely processing.
• Track and report on transportation KPIs such as Yard-to-Empty, Late Ships, Late Inducts, and On-Time Performance.
• Support scheduling and shipment planning to maintain operational efficiency.
• Communicate with building departments to ensure alignment on processes and resolve day-to-day operational challenges.
• Participate in team meetings to review performance metrics and share updates.
• Demonstrate commitment to teamwork through relationship-building and collaboration.

You own this if you have…

• 1–3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fulfillment center operations.
• Working knowledge of yard management, transportation systems, and supply chain operations.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with YMS/TMS platforms.
• Adaptability to learn new tools quickly and deliver exceptional service while collaborating as a team player.

Pay Range Details

$29.50 - $31.30 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
• Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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