Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Part-Time Camp Hill, PA - Rotating Schedule - 8:00AM-5:00PM (Rotational Weekends) We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare...

Traffic Manager - OSG

  • Media, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Media, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Job Title: Traffic Manager - OSG Department: Traffic Business Unit: KSE Media Reports To: SVP, GM Operations & Engineering Employment Type: Full Time- Salaried - Exempt Supervisor Position: Yes...

Sales & Dispatch Coordinator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Sales and Dispatch Coordinator must be a self-starter who is comfortable and confident working independently or in conjunction with colleagues in sales, operations, and finance. The Sales and...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Mansfield, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Transportation Coordinator role is not a physically demanding job....

Transportation Coordinator (NE)

  • Middletown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a new opportunity? Excited to join a growing team? Apply in Middletown, PA today! We work toward continuous growth and excellence as an organization and are looking for individuals...

Transportation Specialist / Driver - Per Diem Days

  • Minersville, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Minersville, PA
  • 3 days ago

Responsible for providing safe transportation to patients and guests in a timely, competent manner and communicating important information relevant to overall care plan to the multidisciplinary...

Record Center-Transportation Specialist

  • East Brady, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • East Brady, PA
  • 4 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Transportation/Record Center Specialist (TS/RCS) is a hybrid role at Access that is responsible for the safe and legal driving of Access vehicles and coordinating the delivery and...

Transportation Specialist

  • Langhorne, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA
  • 5 days ago

Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers! We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Patient Transporter to provide essential transportation support for our patients during their...

Specialist, Transportation Routing

  • Lehigh Valley, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lehigh Valley, PA
  • 5 days ago

Coordinate and work with warehouse management to balance picking volume and/or inbound PO’s and address any Transportation driven issues....

Operations Coordinator

  • Alburtis, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Alburtis, PA
  • 5 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here. Job Description: Summary Under general supervision, the Operations Coordinator II performs clerical functions including...

Traffic Manager

  • Meadville, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Meadville, PA
  • 5 days ago

Job Position**: Traffic Manager/Meadville, PA**Description**: Seven Mountains Media has an immediate opening for a Traffic Manager in our Meadville market. This position focuses on the processing...

Transportation Specialist / Driver – Full Time Days

  • Minersville, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Minersville, PA
  • 6 days ago

Responsible for providing safe transportation to patients and guests in a timely, competent manner and communicating important information relevant to overall care plan to the multidisciplinary...

Transportation Coordinator Intern

  • Ephrata, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA
  • 9 days ago

Transportation Coordinator Intern Req....

QHSE and Operations Coordinator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 10 days ago

About BDP International: BDP International, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of global, integrated supply chain, transportation and logistics solutions. The company was founded in...

Transportation Planner

  • Reedsville, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Reedsville, PA
  • 10 days ago

Transportation Planner Job Description Transportation Planner The ultrasound transportation planner will be based in Reedsville, PA and responsible for outgoing shipments to our customers all over...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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