Transportation Coordinator – Shift: Sun-Thurs, 9:00PM-5:30AM (DC 299 - Onsite)

Nordstrom, Inc.; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Job summary

Nordstrom, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support inbound and outbound operations within the fulfillment center. You will focus on trailer and yard management, shipment scheduling, and carrier coordination to maintain timely freight movement.

Key responsibilities include coordinating with carriers and internal teams, tracking KPIs, and ensuring data accuracy across systems. The role requires 1–3 years in logistics and strong Excel skills, with a supportive cross-functional team

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

Transportation

Yard management

Data analysis

MS Office

YMS/TMS

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

YMS/TMS platforms

Job description

Job Description Schedule: C Shift. Sunday-Thursday, 9:00 PM-5:30 AM. 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

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $26.25 - $27.85 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away Life Insurance and Disability Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf

A few more important points...

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

For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.

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