What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator position at Parallel Employment?
Parallel Employment Group is currently seeking a Transportation Coordinator to join our warehousing team in the Pleasant Prairie area. As a leading provider of superior employment solutions, we are committed to providing the highest quality of service to our clients.
The Transportation Coordinator you will work with carriers and customer requirements to ensure on-time delivery of orders in the most cost effective manner. Prepare shipment and paperwork for Domestic and International shipments and schedule pickups with the carriers. This role will also include track and trace functions through time of delivery including POD entry and, if needed, exception management. The ability to interact professionally with carriers and customers, via phone, email and in person, is a must.
Overall Responsibilities
• Perform all data entry for shipping document creation and carrier assignment
• Document, update and follow procedures and quality processes
• Use tools and Carriers to obtain rates, check transit time and generate paperwork
• Communicate with carriers and customer for shipment updates
• Contact carriers for pickup of orders via phone, email or web-site
• Managing the cargo claims towards our carriers
• Responsible for accurate reporting and tracking of shipments, as well as exception management follow up, in internal databases and excel spreadsheets
• Transport experience preferred (but not required)
• 2-3 Years administrative support experience or education in a related field
• Experience with carrier tracking tools and portals
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Self-motivated to work independently with minimum Supervision
• Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel
• Knowledge of SAP systems preferred (but not required)
• Knowledge of the documentation of shipments
• Flexibility to work Overtime, adjusted hours or occasional weekends a must.
1st shift opportunities available
$18.50 an hour
Overtime as needed
Equal Opportunity Employer
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