What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator position at LHH?
LHH is partnering with a manufacturing client in Charlotte to hire a Transportation Coordinator. This onsite role is responsible for managing daily transportation and freight activity in a fast‑paced environment where priorities and schedules change frequently throughout the day.
The ideal candidate has a strong coordination background, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to forecast upcoming volume, anticipate disruptions, and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and monitor all inbound and outbound shipments
- Schedule pickups and deliveries with carriers and freight forwarders
- Track and forecast shipment volume based on production schedules and order flow
- Prepare, review, and process shipping documentation (BOLs, invoices, customs forms, etc.)
- Partner closely with warehouse and operations teams to ensure orders are ready to ship
- Respond quickly to shipping issues, delays, damages, or schedule changes
- Provide timely updates on freight status, truck pickups, and delivery timelines
- Communicate regularly with carriers, vendors, and internal teams via email and phone
- Monitor key performance metrics, including on‑time delivery and transportation costs
- Assist with process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs
- Generate reports related to transportation performance, costs, and inventory movement
Qualifications
- 4 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain coordination
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field (preferred)
- Strong Excel skills, including working with projections and reconfiguring data
- Experience with ERP, transportation, or warehouse management systems
- Highly detail‑oriented with the ability to manage high communication volume
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to work onsite in a fast‑paced, operations‑driven environment
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000