Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Maryland

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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Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Part-Time

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Part-Time Baltimore, MD - Saturday 1:00PM-9:30PM We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by offering a wide variety of...

Transportation Specialist/Customer Service Representative - Shif

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 5 days ago

Management System (WMS) and create bills of lading (BOLs) Maintain and generate required reports Process, audit and file various documentation Pay Rate: 20-21/hr. and 1.5x for overtime Shift: (6am-...

Operations Coordinator

  • Easton, MD
  • 7 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 7 days ago

The Brokerage LTL Operations Coordinator communicates daily with inside sales, operations, and carriers to ensure all shipments are traced, and carrier and customer invoices are approved in a timely...

Transport Coordinator

  • Essex, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Essex, MD
  • 12 days ago

Are you a transport professional looking for the next step in your career? Perhaps you are already a coordinator looking for your next challenge? Here at GXO, we are currently recruiting for a...

Specialist, Transportation - 1st Shift

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 12 days ago

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work...

Sr. Transportation Planner- Hybrid

  • Largo, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Largo, MD
  • 16 days ago

Added - 04/07/25Sr. Transportation Planner- Hybrid Government & Public SectorLargo, Maryland | Senior Transportation Planner - Hybrid Transportation Planning Section (Transportation...

Principal Transportation Planner

  • Largo, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Largo, MD
  • 16 days ago

Added - 04/07/25Principal Transportation Planner Government & Public SectorLargo, Maryland | Submit your Resume Job DescriptionPrincipal Transportation Development Planner (Planner IV) -...

Dispatch Manager

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago

of ladings and lumper receiptsMaintenance Assetorial Connect Maintain track and report appropriate equipment levels daily at all customer locations Based on need requesting adjustments where necessary...

Overnight Dispatch Manager

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago

of ladings and lumper receiptsMaintenance Assetorial Connect Maintain track and report appropriate equipment levels daily at all customer locations Based on need requesting adjustments where necessary...

Company Description Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with...

Lifeline Transport Coordinator

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Join a fantastic global healthcare organization! Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance Career growth and development Affordable and comprehensive benefits package Shift: 36 Hours, Full-Time...

Patient Flow Coordinator - Transport - Full Time - 3p-11:30p

  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH...

Critical Care Paramedic Transport Specialist II

  • Easton, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with...

Transportation Planner

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 60+ days ago

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees....

Transportation Planner - TDM/Micro-Transit

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 60+ days ago

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees....

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.3%
Master's Degree
13.5%
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 Maryland
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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