Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Georgia

A Transportation Coordinator in the logistics industry is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all transportation operations. The role involves organizing schedules, tracking shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving any logistical problems that arise. They are also responsible for maintaining communication and relationships with freight carriers, vendors, and clients to ensure the smooth running of operations. To excel in this role, a Transportation Coordinator should have strong organizational, communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

To prepare for this role, interested individuals often start off in positions such as Logistics Clerk, Dispatch Operator or Freight Broker, which provide essential experience in the logistics field. In terms of qualifications, a degree in business, logistics or a related field is typically required. Certain certifications such as the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) credential or the Transportation and Logistics Certification (CTL) can be beneficial and give candidates a competitive edge. Knowledge of logistics software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also usually necessary.

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Senior Coordinator, Transportation

  • Buford, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 2 days ago

Maintains a pre-determined list of third party logistics providers and transportation parties. Works with carriers to maintain advantageous pricing agreements....

Traffic Manager

  • Jefferson, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Jefferson, GA
  • 2 days ago

Exciting career opportunity for a seasoned Traffic Manager. If you resonate with the Ace Values of Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, Teamwork we would love to hear from...

Branch Operations Coordinator - THOMASVILLE, GA

  • Thomasville, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Thomasville, GA
  • 2 days ago

Your daily responsibilities will include: Warehouse Management: Load and unload trucks, handle waste containers, and keep the warehouse organized and clean....

Global Procurement Senior Specialist - Transportation & Warehousing

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Global Procurement Senior Specialist - Transportation & Warehousing Job Description You're not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we're out to create Better Care...

JOB SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, provides expert level professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying,...

Assistant Weddings & Events Transportation Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Assistant Weddings & Events Transportation Coordinator Atlantic Limo - 2.0 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time $25 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid...

Transportation Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Essential Functions Plan, schedule and ensure the timely delivery of the company's freight using a Transportation Management System (TMS) Work closely with the branch personnel and carriers to ensure...

Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, provides senior expert professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying...

Freight Coordinator (Full-time)

  • Buford, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 10 days ago

Summary The Freight Coordinator position's primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, "to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests." Additionally, the...

Principal Transportation Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 23 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 23 days ago

The Principal Transportation Planner will report to the Infrastructure Planning Division Director and conducts sustainable multimodal transportation planning and analysis that supports the growth...

Branch Operations Coordinator

  • Thomasville, GA
  • 26 days ago
  • Thomasville, GA
  • 26 days ago

Your daily responsibilities will include: Warehouse Management: Load and unload trucks, handle waste containers, and keep the warehouse organized and clean....

Transportation Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 26 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 26 days ago

Plans shipments using Transportation Management System (TMS). Serves as a subject matter expert on TMS functionality....

Transportation Coordinator

  • Social Circle, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Social Circle, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Transportation Coordinator Job Location : Transportation Facility Category : Classified Employee Job Description : JOB DESCRIPTION: Transportation Coordinator CONTRACT TERMS: 200-day calendar REPORTS...

Operations Coordinator

  • Norcross, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Maintain accurate system and physical inventory balances within the internal Warehouse Management System making adjustments to ensure ongoing accuracy....

Freight Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Summary The Freight Coordinator position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, the...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
13.6%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Coordinators in Georgia
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
4-6 years
20.8%
None
20.8%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
6-8 years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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