Transportation Coordinator at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Roswell, Georgia

Job Description:

We are seeking an organized and multitasking professional to support transportation planning and carrier management activities across all shipping modes, including LTL (less-than-truckload), truckload, and intermodal. This role plays a critical part in ensuring service levels are met while driving down costs and maintaining high customer satisfaction.



Responsibilities:

• Provide support for transportation planning and carrier management across all shipping modes.


• Investigate, resolve, and follow up on carrier performance issues related to store needs.


• Manage transportation for DC inbound shipments, supplier-direct freight, and branch transfers.


• Execute load planning, assign loads to carriers, and track loads in transit.


• Maintain network data for stores, distribution centers, and suppliers (e.g., addresses, closures, store capabilities).


• Communicate ETA updates and shipment statuses to stores and branches.


• Obtain freight quotes, negotiate rates with carriers, and manage freight schedules.


• Support meetings with carriers and internal stakeholders to address transportation needs.


• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring timely communication and problem resolution for approximately 30 stores and distribution centers.

Day-to-Day Tasks:

• Review and respond to emails regarding shipment statuses and ETAs.


• Assign loads to carriers, track shipments, and manage load planning.


• Provide updates to stores and branches about shipment arrivals.


• Collaborate with sales teams, vendors, distribution centers, and customers to address transportation needs.


• Multitask continuously in a fast-paced environment with minimal downtime.

Top Responsibilities:

1. Manage domestic transportation needs effectively.


2. Communicate with stakeholders to resolve shipment inquiries and provide updates.


3. Maintain accurate data entry for transportation planning and operations.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 1+ year(s) experience in transportation planning or a similar role.


• Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service and exceed expectations.


• Strong attention to detail and data collection skills.


• Self-starter with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Familiarity with transportation management systems (preferably E2Open/BluJay).


• Ability to learn and use trucking industry terminology.

If you are a proactive and service-oriented professional with a passion for transportation logistics and customer satisfaction, we encourage you to apply!


Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you!


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