Transportation Coordinator

We are looking for a Transportation Coordinator to join a growing transport organization in Arkansas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving setting, enjoys supporting customers, and can keep shipments moving efficiently from origin to destination. The position offers the chance to contribute to daily logistics execution while building a long-term career path within operations and account support.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee freight movements from initial pickup scheduling through final delivery, ensuring each load progresses on time.
• Monitor shipment activity throughout transit and provide timely updates to customers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Develop productive working relationships with clients and transportation partners to support reliable service.
• Prepare transportation quotes, assist with rate planning, and help coordinate load details based on customer needs.
• Address service disruptions quickly by identifying issues, communicating solutions, and following through to resolution.
• Work closely with sales and operations colleagues to deliver a smooth and responsive customer experience.
• Maintain accurate shipment files, operational records, and supporting documentation for daily transportation activities.
• Contribute to process improvements and operational growth efforts by collaborating across departments on service execution.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in logistics, transportation, customer service, account coordination, or a related operations-focused role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and carriers.
• Ability to manage several tasks at once in a deadline-driven environment.
• Solid organizational skills and sound judgment when resolving day-to-day transportation issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business systems used for tracking and coordination.
• Customer-focused approach with a detail-oriented mindset and attention to service quality.
• Experience with freight tracking, dispatch support, pricing, quoting, or shipment coordination is preferred.

Compensation

$23.74-$27.49 Hourly

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