Transportation Coordinator - Tampa, FL

Evans Construction - Tampa, FL

Full-time

Tampa, FL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Transportation Coordinator/Scheduler is responsible for efficiently scheduling and routing fleet and hired haul shipments for manufacturing plants and distribution yards across Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. This role focuses on optimizing shipment efficiency by planning backhaul loads and maximizing drivers' hours of service, while also addressing any transportation-related issues that may arise.

Responsibilities

• Resolve any issues related to transportation, invoices, customs, or delivery delays.
• Prioritize urgent issues while managing other duties effectively.
• Collaborate and work in a team environment to support colleagues as needed.
• Review open orders and delivery windows to prioritize scheduling of fleet and hired carriers.
• Coordinate regional shipment requests from multiple manufacturing locations to optimize routing.
• Maintain shipping information using Oracle Transportation Management software, including carrier assignment, rating accuracy, scheduling, and equipment requirements.
• Serve as the carrier point of contact, locating capacity to meet variable shipping volumes, negotiating spot rates, and ensuring proper insurance and safety requirements are met.
• Review carrier accounts to identify issues and file claims for damage or missing product.
• Communicate delivery schedules to customers and prepare associated shipping documents as required.
• Coordinate with production and sales teams to expedite and trace shipments.
• Audit and maintain driver files and records to ensure compliance with DOT and government regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum two-year degree in business or related field or equivalent experience, training, or education.
• Logistics experience with working knowledge of DOT regulations and scheduling of internal fleet equipment.
• Strong language, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion