Transportation Coordinator

Job Summary

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Assists in scheduling, distributing, monitoring, and following-up all daily work assignments and ensures that the necessary resources are available to ensure that customers are serviced in compliance with Company standards and agreements
• Performs daily tasks related to routing of Material to various customer and Company locations throughout the service area while simultaneously maintaining compliance with both DOT rules and regulations and achieving a high level of customer satisfaction
• Work directly with material suppliers to manage Contractor hired to haul material.
• Understand carrier/customer requirements to satisfy customer delivery specifications
• Responsible for overseeing outside Contract Haulers when needed
• Update management on service issues and freight cost variations and to ensure service meets expectations
• Coordinates equipment repairs with truck shop personnel.
• Maintains/monitors reports and data entry related areas to ensure performance is meeting or exceeding established Company expectations.
• Keeps management advised of all performance related issues and recommends solutions
• Audit freight invoices for accuracy and monitor accessorial charges
• Comply with DOT rules and guidelines as they relate to 3rd party carriers
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a Transportation or Logistics
• Bachelor's Degreed preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to utilize ERP systems and proficient use of Microsoft Office
• Able to deal professionally with internal and external customers
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends at times when needed.
• Must be flexible and able to excel in a stressful environment

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

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