Transportation Coordinator

About This Role

Keeping the transportation network running smoothly is the main purpose of this logistics role. As a Transportation Coordinator, you will coordinate and dispatch shipments to fleet drivers and carriers using company systems, ensuring on-time and efficient deliveries. The role involves partnering with drivers to provide clear communication, real-time support, and help maintain safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily dispatch function to maintain route compliance and maximize driver weekly shipments and miles
• Coordinate internal and external customer backhauls
• Communicate with internal and external customers, including answering daily calls and messages from drivers, carriers, and plants
• Assist fleet supervisors with maintaining driver safety compliance eligibility, routing drivers for random DOT drug tests, DOT physicals, and meetings as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school graduate
• 2-3 years’ experience in transportation or a related field
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong systems aptitude and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of Transportation Operations and Supply Chain Management

Nice to have:

• College degree in a related field (experience may substitute for education)

Benefits

• Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance)
• Overtime may be available

Important Details

• Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 6pm

About the Company

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the transportation service and logistics provider for Perdue Foods, part of Perdue Farms. Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business.