Transportation Coordinator

Transportation Coordinator

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for organizing, overseeing, scheduling, and optimizing shipments using various shipping methods including but not limited to truck load, container, less than truck load, final mile, or parcel shipments. This role supports both DC and Stores with logistics, freight claims, and transportation needs throughout the company.

Job Description

Schedule outbound full truck load shipments shipping out of the distribution centers

Schedule inbound domestic full truck loads shipping to the distribution centers

Monitor truck weights for shipments.

Plan and coordinate transportation schedules, routes and delivery times

Track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any issues or delays where applicable

Prepare and maintain transportation documents (Bols, Shipping records, etc.)

Optimize routes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Provide updates on shipment status and resolve transportation-related issues promptly.

Schedule local delivery and LTL shipments as needed.

Monitor transportation costs and work to reduce expenses.

Negotiate rates with carriers or vendors.

Maintain accurate data for logistics planning and performance metrics.

Capture KIP's and keep spreadsheets and other reporting tools current.

Communicate with Shipping and Receiving Managers as needed.

Communicate with carriers and provide updates from carriers as needed.

Communicate with Driver Supervisor as needed regarding loads hauled by The Tile Shop internal fleet.

Schedule return trucks.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Clean driving record (must be insurable to operate company vehicles).

High School Diploma or GED

Excellent math, reading, communication (both verbal and written), and problem solving skills.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure accuracy.

Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Strong work ethic.

Sound judgment and decision making skills.

Forklift experience preferred. Certification preferred or willing to be certified.

Able to work Monday Friday

Able / willing to work after business hours during the week and on weekends.

Additional Information

At The Tile Shop, we are committed to developing the WHOLE you, not just the WORK you. Our benefits program is our investment in you as an important contributor to our success, and we are proud of our highly competitive package.

• Medical Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Medica Value-Added Services
• Virtual Care
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Discount

The Tile Shop is an Equal Opportunity Employer