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Transportation Coordinator

Carrier
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026
About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.

We are seeking a Transportation Coordinator to join the CLT Shipping organization. This role supports outbound freight planning and execution while driving improvements in cost control, service performance, and operational visibility.

This is an entry-level planning position designed for individuals looking to build a career in Supply Chain. The role offers a structured development path with opportunities to grow within transportation and logistics planning.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate outbound shipments by selecting appropriate transportation modes (Truckload, LTL, Intermodal, Flatbed, Small Parcel) to balance cost efficiency and service levels
  • Execute daily shipment scheduling, including load tendering and delivery appointment coordination to ensure on-time delivery performance
  • Provide daily shipment plans to support distribution center labor planning, dock scheduling, and outbound flow
  • Manage carrier communications, including tender acceptance and service follow-up to ensure reliable capacity
  • Monitor shipment performance and provide end-of-day reporting and visibility
  • Identify service gaps and cost-saving opportunities; support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Drive reduction of accessorial costs, including minimizing TONU (Truck Ordered Not Used) charges and shipment cancellations through proactive planning, communication, and execution discipline
  • Analyze root causes of TONUs and cancellations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Support urgent (“hot”) shipments and expedited requests to meet customer requirements

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 years of experience in shipping, warehouse, or logistics operations, with a solid understanding of shipping processes and workflows
  • 1 years of experience in Microsoft Office Suites

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
  • Understanding of freight modes and transportation planning concepts
  • Familiarity with DOT regulations and shipping compliance
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities
  • Experience with systems such as TMS, SAP, Power BI, or other transportation/logistics tools
  • Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements. 

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

  • Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
  • Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Tuition Assistance

To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3  days from Job Posting Date: 28 July 2026

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