Transportation Coordinator (Temporary)

TJX Companies

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail StoresTJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX familya Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Description

Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Communicates with Transportation companies. Supports Transportation Manager with Cross Dock Forecasting, Daily Reports, Email / Phone Call follow-up.
• Monitors SCAN and YMS systems several times daily and advises Transportation and DC of aging outbound and Inbound loads and updates corresponding reports several times daily.
• Responsible for timely notification of carriers with late cross dock pickups, empty equipment available for pick up with excessive idle time. Over / short notification claims to carrier with strict deadlines.
• Responsible for checking accuracy of daily, weekly and monthly inbound / outbound reports.
• Inbound daily responsibilities but not limited to : Receiving schedule, Trailer routing, Carrier bobtail verification, Carrier live unload scheduling, Freight BOL verification, Misdirected freight log, Inbound carrier communication regarding equipment concerns.
• Outbound daily responsibilities but not limited to : Cross dock forecasting, Daily Cross dock reports updated, Carrier communication several times daily by email and phone, Network trailer tracking updated several times a day. Process carrier detention invoices for payment.
• Provides support for DC, Vendors and Home Office.

Requirements

High School Diploma preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent mathematical skills Software applications : Microsoft Word, Excel, Scan / Mainframe experience Accuracy and attention to detail are a MUST Strong organizational skills, ability to work with limited supervision Must be flexible in work schedule hours and able to work overtime if necessary Excellent written and oral communication skills Must be able to work on a team as well as independently Must have confidentiality with all transportation business

Associate discount; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); smoking cessation support; bereavement leave; 401(k) Associate contributions; credit union; cell phone discounts. Also, those who meet certain service or hours requirements are eligible for : 401(k) match; medical; dental; vision; life insurance; disability coverage; paid parental leave; paid holidays / vacation / sick; scholarship program. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan, agreement or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.