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Expeditors

Transportation Operations and Planning Coordinator

Expeditors, Grapevine, Texas, us, 76099

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Transportation Operations and Planning Coordinator Full-time

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” – Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service‑based approach to logistics.

19,000 trained professionals

350+ locations worldwide

Globally unified systems

The

Transportation Operations Coordinator

is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our logistical activities by driving carrier and service provider performance through collaboration and coordination of processes, carriers, and facilities. Ensures performance and lowest cost transportation by analyzing company and customer needs, researching transportation methods and auditing carrier costs and performances.

Sunday‑Thursday 11pm‑8am

Key Responsibilities:

Build customer relationship and provide excellent customer service, understanding their needs and goals

Identify and address issues that may impact customer satisfaction and work on solutions to improve the overall customer experience

Manage the flow of goods and materials by coordinating with customers, 3pls, carriers, warehouses, and other stakeholders to streamline the supply chain process to meet KPIs and OKRs as agreed to with the client, i.e. OTIF

Arrange transportation for shipments, considering factors such as cost, transit time, and mode of transport. Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and haulage companies to schedule pickups and deliveries as and when required

Drive carrier and service provider performance for the Hub and Spoke locations

Responsible for transportation management of warehouse inbound and outbound activities, warehouse and trailer capacity management

Support the collection and interpretation of data, provides data analytics to improve the transportation operational efficiency of their assigned warehouse location

Coordinate and collaborate with multiple parties including customer stakeholders, warehouses, carriers, service providers onsite team members to resolve any issues that may arise

Serve as the main point of contact for internal departments, external vendors, and customers regarding logistics‑related inquiries. Communicate shipment status updates and address any issues or concerns promptly

Acts as a liaison between Google’s warehouse vendor and carrier

Support domestic and international shipments as well as ensuring Google’s partner carriers are aware of requirements for warehouse operations and any critical shipments needing attention

Monitor inbound and outbound deliveries ensuring it reaches destination as requested

Proactively approach and resolve bottlenecks in the shipping and receiving processes

Develop and monitor carrier KPIs and metrics for transportation analysis

Identify and suggest corrective actions for ongoing delivery issues/opportunities and SOPs

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience

1‑2 years experience in supply chain, logistics and or transportation (preferred)

Knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs procedures

Must have experience in US/MX cross border logistics

Must be able to communicate in Spanish both verbally and written

Experience in logistics software and systems, such as ERP systems, transportation management systems (TMS), and warehouse management systems (WMS).

Effective communication and negotiation skills

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions

Self‑starter with the ability to triage and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits:

Paid vacation

Holidays (10)

Flexible Days (2)

Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and Personnel Development Program

Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

Position is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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