Transportation Coordinator

Description We are looking for a Transportation Coordinator to join a growing transport organization in Arkansas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving setting, enjoys supporting customers, and can keep shipments moving efficiently from origin to destination. The position offers the chance to contribute to daily logistics execution while building a long-term career path within operations and account support.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee freight movements from initial pickup scheduling through final delivery, ensuring each load progresses on time.

- Monitor shipment activity throughout transit and provide timely updates to customers, carriers, and internal teams.

- Develop productive working relationships with clients and transportation partners to support reliable service.

- Prepare transportation quotes, assist with rate planning, and help coordinate load details based on customer needs.

- Address service disruptions quickly by identifying issues, communicating solutions, and following through to resolution.

- Work closely with sales and operations colleagues to deliver a smooth and responsive customer experience.

- Maintain accurate shipment files, operational records, and supporting documentation for daily transportation activities.

- Contribute to process improvements and operational growth efforts by collaborating across departments on service execution. Requirements - Prior experience in logistics, transportation, customer service, account coordination, or a related operations-focused role.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and carriers.

- Ability to manage several tasks at once in a deadline-driven environment.

- Solid organizational skills and sound judgment when resolving day-to-day transportation issues.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business systems used for tracking and coordination.

- Customer-focused approach with a detail-oriented mindset and attention to service quality.

- Experience with freight tracking, dispatch support, pricing, quoting, or shipment coordination is preferred. Talent Match®

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