Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Transportation Specialist Pool As

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: We Are Hiring: Transportation Specialist - Pool AsNeeded - Part Time Begin your story with ProHealth Care\'sTransportation Services.Enjoy ourvideo seriesfeaturing our own...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Greenville, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, WI
  • 3 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Title Transportation Coordinator (Onsite-Greenville WI) Requisition ID 27755264 Duration Location Greenville, WI,Other Location Description Transportation Coordinator - Are you...

Ent Transportation Coordinator, Fch - CO

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 6 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our WOODLAND PRIME400 facility. This job is ON - SITE. FTE: 0.600000 Shift: Shift 2 Aweek: Wed, Thurs, & Friday 1500-2330 B week: Mon, Tues,...

Ent Transportation Coordinator, Fch - Coordination Center

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 6 days ago

Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our WOODLAND PRIME 400 facility. This job is ON - SITE. FTE: 0.600000 Shift: Shift 2 A week: Wed, Thurs, & Friday 1500-2330 B...

Transportation Coordinator (Onsite- Greenville WI)

  • Greenville, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, WI
  • 6 days ago

Transportation Coordinator - Are you ready to make a difference?About School Specialty: School Specialty is dedicated to transforming education for the better....

Utility Coordinator (Transportation Specialist Senior)

  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 7 days ago

Position Summary This position functions within the North Central Region (NCR) Technical Services Section (TSS) on the Utility team, performing various duties related to utility coordination on...

PSI Operations Coordinator

  • WI
  • 9 days ago
  • WI
  • 9 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

Senior Planner (Transportation)

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 12 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Performs work of considerable difficulty in aprofessional planning position. This position leads the development ofLong-Range Transportation Plans, Congestion Management...

Senior Transportation Planner

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with areputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneeringaward-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data...

Transportation Specialist - Pool As Needed - Part Time

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 16 days ago

We Are Hiring: Transportation Specialist - Pool As Needed - Part Time Begin your story with ProHealth Cares Transportation Services. Enjoy our video series featuring our own employees sharing why...

Transportation Operations Coordinator

  • Arcadia, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Arcadia, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in using logistics software, ERP systems, or TMS (Transportation Management Systems), and the ability to quickly learn new tools as needed....

Senior Transportation Planner

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Join TKDA's Planning Services team and elevate your career in transportation planning. With us, you'll tackle meaningful projects, collaborate with industry experts, and find ample opportunities...

Freight Coordinator

  • Wausau, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 60+ 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...

Freight Coordinator

  • Greendale, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Greendale, WI
  • 60+ 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...

Transportation Coordinator, Fch - Coordination Center

  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our WOODLAND PRIME 400 facility. This job is ON - SITE. FTE: 0.600000 Shift: Shift 2 A week: Wed, Thurs, & Friday 1500-2330 B...

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Transportation Coordinator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to air transportation and aviation management
Learn the fundamentals of air transportation and aviation management. Aviation is essential for global business as it supports worldwide travelling and cargo transportation. Before COVID-19, the...
Technology in Transportation
This course provides an introduction to the transportation industry's major technical challenges and considerations. For upper level undergraduates interested in learning about the transportation...
Transportation Systems
Approaching transportation as a complex, large-scale, integrated, open system (CLIOS), this course strives to be an interdisciplinary systems subject in the "open" sense. It introduces qualitative...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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