Transportation Planner & Logistics Coordinator

Lineage Logistics; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life & disability保险

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

Minimum of 7 holidays

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support day-to-day transportation operations. You will plan and coordinate multiple orders, set pickup and delivery appointments, and assist with import/export processes while providing frontline support to the Lineage Transportation Team.

You will interface with customers and carriers to resolve issues, monitor performance, and evaluate routing options to maximize service and profitability.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping or transportation coordination environment.
• Familiarity with import/export processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple orders across several customers daily.
• Set pick up/delivery appointments based on service and schedule requirements.
• Interface with customer base to facilitate problem resolution and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure carrier/customer accessorial costs are communicated timely.
• Monitor carrier performance and recommend routing changes as required.
• Evaluate carrier alternatives and tender freight based on cost/service requirements.
• Maximize profit margins while meeting customer requirements.

Skills

Shipping/coordination experience

Communication (verbal and written)

Organization

Multitasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Relevant certification (optional)

Tools

Transportation management software

Job description

Lineage Logistics is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support day-to-day transportation operations. You will plan and coordinate multiple orders, set pickup and delivery appointments, and assist with import/export processes while providing frontline support to the Lineage Transportation Team.

You will interface with customers and carriers to resolve issues, monitor performance, and evaluate routing options to maximize service and profitability.