Transportation Operations Associate

Apolis; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Apolis in DeKalb, IL seeks an Associate Coordinator – Transportation to support daily transportation operations, including load planning, scheduling, carrier coordination, and shipment monitoring. This full-time role works with internal teams, carriers, facilities, and customers to ensure on-time product movement.

The position offers a 3+ month contract with standard M-F schedule (7:30 am–4:00 pm). Candidates should have strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, plus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; college education preferred.
• Transportation or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Potential travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule transportation loads.
• Tender and monitor loads with carriers.
• Manage order changes, rush requests, and transportation exceptions.
• Confirm final loads and maintain accurate transportation data.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Facilities, Carriers, and Supply Chain teams.
• Resolve shipment issues and discrepancies promptly.
• Support continuous improvement and transportation initiatives.
• Maintain professional communication with internal and external partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Apolis in DeKalb, IL seeks an Associate Coordinator – Transportation to support daily transportation operations, including load planning, scheduling, carrier coordination, and shipment monitoring. This full-time role works with internal teams, carriers, facilities, and customers to ensure on-time product movement.

The position offers a 3+ month contract with standard M-F schedule (7:30 am–4:00 pm). Candidates should have strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, plus