Transportation Operations Specialist

Transportation Operations Specialist

The Transportation Operations Specialist plays a vital role in managing and optimizing transportation and logistics processes within the company. This role is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day transportation operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods, managing vendor relationships, and supporting continuous improvement in transportation efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and possesses strong problem-solving skills, with a background in logistics or transportation management.

Key Responsibilities

• Route Planning & Scheduling : Develop, implement, and optimize transportation schedules and routes to ensure on-time deliveries while minimizing costs.
• Vendor & Carrier Management : Communicate regularly with third-party carriers and logistics partners, negotiating rates, terms, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Performance Monitoring : Track and report on key transportation metrics, including on-time delivery, cost per mile, and carrier performance.
• Documentation & Compliance : Ensure transportation operations comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, environmental standards) and company policies. Maintain accurate records for shipping documentation, including bills of lading, tracking numbers, and customs paperwork.
• Problem Resolution : Address and resolve transportation issues such as delivery delays, damaged goods, or logistical challenges. Provide proactive solutions to minimize disruptions.
• Cost Control : Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs through route optimization, carrier negotiations, and efficiency improvements.
• Collaboration : Work closely with the procurement, inventory, and customer service teams to coordinate transportation needs and ensure seamless operations across departments.
• Data Analysis & Reporting : Analyze transportation data to identify trends and recommend process improvements. Prepare regular reports on transportation performance for leadership.
• Technology Utilization : Leverage transportation management systems (TMS) and other tools to streamline operations, enhance visibility, and improve decision-making.

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Salary : $20-24hr