Transportation Specialist

Posted Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Department:
Supply Chain

Reports To:
Transportation Manager

Travel Required: up to 10%

Work Type:
Hybrid

At Community Coffee
, every cup tells a story. As America’s #1 family-owned and operated retail coffee brand
, we blend cherished traditions with innovative thinking to create a dynamic, fast-paced environment that’s as energizing as our coffee. Here, you’ll thrive in a setting that challenges you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact every day. Join our family and transform your passion for coffee into a rewarding career—where every day is an opportunity to craft exceptional experiences and build lasting connections.

The Transportation Specialist is responsible for coordinating transportation activities, including relay distribution, outside carriers, parcel services, non-DSD product movement, and freight billing. This role supports the Transportation Department with scheduling, compliance, recordkeeping, and internal shipment monitoring. The Transportation Specialist also serves as the primary point of contact for transportation-related matters and ensures operational efficiency across the supply chain.

• Support the Transportation Supervisor with daily operational tasks, including scheduling, reporting, and analysis.
• Monitor and review freight spend for compliance with existing contracts; assist in negotiating rates and developing cost-saving strategies.
• Analyze inbound and outbound freight trends and report against company objectives.
• Identify optimal shipping methods based on route, procedure, and negotiated rates.
• Tender all inbound and outbound freight and generate accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading and shipping labels.
• Coordinate shipments, delivery appointments, and confirmations in collaboration with the Distribution Coordinator for all Warehouse Distribution accounts.
• Develop and present logistics reports and action plans to support strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate and improve transportation procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Maintain and manage the relay schedule to ensure timely deliveries and maximize backhaul opportunities.
• Act as the primary contact for all outbound deliveries, including both internal fleet and external carriers.
• Submit and manage freight claims with vendors; follow through to closure.
• Monitor and ensure carrier compliance with all contractual obligations.
• Review, code, and submit freight and fleet invoices for approval and payment.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies, processes, systems, and reporting tools.
• Prepare and submit monthly transportation reports, including accruals, key metrics, and department highlights.
• Monitor and maintain DOT compliance through proper recordkeeping and documentation.
• May be asked to perform additional duties as necessary

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in logistics, business, or a related field preferred.
• 3 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or a related role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) for port access.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) required.
• Experience with SAP S/4
  
  HANA or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation/logistics industry standards and government regulations.
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) preferred.
• Internal Only: Experience with Community Coffee, even if unrelated, may fulfill this requirement at the discretion of the hiring manager with approval from Human Resources
• Builds Trust
• Customer Centric
• Effective Communication
• Integrity
• Results Oriented
• Accountability
• Takes Action

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with…