Transportation Specialist - Westminster, Maryland
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Transportation
Dispatcher, Transportation Logistics
Transportation Specialist - Westminster, Maryland
Penguin Random House is currently seeking a skilled Transportation Specialist to join their dynamic team in Westminster, Maryland. In this role, you will perform operational tasks in support of departmental, fulfillment and corporate objectives.
Job Responsibilities:- Daily involvement in transportation operations including, but not limited to the following:
- Coordination of inbound and outbound transportation for Westminster, MD and Crawfordsville, IN facilities via truckload, LTL, small package, airfreight carriers
- Coordination of drop shipments from all US bindery locations
- Preparation of international documentation for export shipments
- Maintenance of New Title ship schedules as necessary
- Research of freight payment issues to ensure timely payment of carrier invoices
- Assist with investigation and preparation of freight claims with carriers
- Monitor carrier performance / tracking of shipments
- Collaborate with shipping teams to optimize shipments
- Primary point of operational contact for interdepartmental inquiries
- Performance of other duties as required
Skills Required:
- Transportation experience strongly preferred
- Strong work ethics and initiative
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing applications
- Familiarity with warehouse operations helpful, but not required
- Excellent follow-up skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Salary: $44,000-$60,000 per year.
All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.
Company: Penguin Random House LLC
Country: United States of America
State/Region: Maryland
City: Westminster
Postal Code: 21157
Job : 285210
Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
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