Transportation Coordinator

Position Overview: Reporting to the NA Transportation Manager, this role will focus on daily planning,monitoring, and execution of transportation requests (bookings) to Fruit and Commercial Linercustomers. The process begins with the receipt of the transportation request from the customers (Fruit& Commercial Cargo) via TMS and ends with the delivery of the cargo to its destination asrequested. The process includes (1) the tendering of the loads to the carriers at a pre-approved rate andfollowing the corresponding routing guide, (2) the follow up during the transit from origin to destinationto anticipate, resolve, and communicate any exceptions, and (3) the validation of any accessorialcharges incurred during the execution of the transportation service so that the transportation request isproperly closed in the TMS system. Coordinator will utilize the TMS (Blujay) and MCS Dispatch Systemsto perform daily duties. The candidate must have proficient oral and written communication, stronganalytical skills, attention to details, as well as a desire to foster external and internal relationships.This is a non-exempt position within the Inland Transportation Department which promotes teamworkand task completion rather than fixed work schedules. The Primary duty of this role is office/nonmanualwork directly related to management or general business operations of the employer. This roleincludes discretion and independent judgement in matters of significance.Job ResponsibilitiesReception of the transportation requests (bookings) from internal customers to delivering thecargo to the corresponding destination in the requested timeframeAssignment of the transportation bookings by tendering the loads to the dedicated fleet or 3rdparty carriers depending on availability, pre-approved rates, while making efficient utilization ofthe fleetsComply with routing guide; identifying and influencing opportunities to drive cost improvementValidate and challenge accessorial charges from carriers incurred during the execution of thetransportation service so they are properly accounted for and closed in the TMS systemPerform tasks utilizing the Transportation Management System (Blujay), MCS Dispatch System,and e-mail and telephone as necessary, to ensure all bookings are properly closedTimely continuous monitoring of the loads during transit from origin to destination in order toanticipate, resolve, and communicate any exceptionsProvide daily execution feedback to Management utilizing established reporting templatesTimely communication with Customer Service and Customers as required to provide visibility ofthe Transportation requestsParticipate in a rotating on-call weekend schedule approximately every 5-6 weeks, as well as arotating after-hours support schedule.Other duties as assignedJob Requirements3 years' experience in the transportation field. Brokerage, supply Chain, port Operations, freightforwarding and billingBachelor's Degree preferred. Currently Seeking a Supply Chain or Business Degree orcertificationStrong communication and customer service and team skillsStrong communication and team skillsExperience a planning/coordination transportationAbility to multi manage Multiple transportations programs simultaneouslyCross-functional capabilitiesExcellent writing skillsStrong analytical and organizational skillsProficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and WordBilingual English/Spanish a plusJob EnvironmentMost work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environmentCandidate may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminalCandidate may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment duringnormal workdayStooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job dutiesThis position requires satisfactory passing of a drug test in accordance with Florida Statute Â440.102.