Heavy Haul Proj. Coord. (M-F, 8a-5p)

Momentum Transportation

  • Jacksonville, Florida
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The primary responsibility for the Project Coordinator is the execution of the transportation functions afterhours that is necessary to maintain safe on-time performance of heavy haul projects throughout the evening. Prioritizes tasks and workload to focus on issues that directly impact quality and service performance.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationJacksonville, Florida
    Websitehttps://www.landstar-agent.com/careers/

    Description

    Job Summary:

    The primary responsibility for the Project Coordinator is the execution of the transportation functions afterhours that is necessary to maintain safe on-time performance of heavy haul projects throughout the evening. This role is responsible for ensuring all capacity is assigned and all project SOPs are adhered to.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
     
    • Complete accurate dispatching of trucks to ensure that the flow of product meets customer demands.
    • Negotiate with transportation providers to obtain the best rates and service.
    • Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery so that accurate, up-to-date information can be provided regarding any shipment (Track & Trace)
    • Maintaining relationships established with carriers to ensure capacity and monitor service standards.
    • Communicating effectively with carriers and team members
    • Apply accessorial(s) as needed.
    • Update our TMS system.
    • Update and maintain transportation management and operation systems.
    • Prioritizes tasks and workload to focus on issues that directly impact quality and service performance.
    • Provide complex problem resolution and swiftly implement the appropriate solutions.
    • Utilize specialized industry and company computer systems and procedures, reference materials/documentation and personal industry knowledge to process client shipments.
    • Mandatory to work extended hours as needed to support project needs.  
    • Maintains regular, timely, and consistent attendance at work.
    • Must always demonstrate professional behavior.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
       
    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
    • Strong customer service (from a logistics background involving phone experience, pricing, and quotes)
    • Knowledge of DOT regulations
    • Knowledge of multi-state geography
    • Proficient with computer and Microsoft Office applications
    • Excellent data entry/keyboard skills
    • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
    • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to seek alternative solutions.
    • Self-directed, displays initiative and can work independently.
    • Organizational and time management skills
    • Ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
    • Self-motivated worker that works well with little direct supervision
    • Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-up
    • Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
    • A proven track record in service, attendance, and reliability
    • Must be fluent in English.
    Education and Experience Requirements:
    • High School Diploma/GED required.
    • A BA/BS degree in Logistics or related field; or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
    • 2-5 years dispatch operations experience, direct experience working with drivers required.
    • Heavy and/or specialized experience preferred.
    • Previous CDL driver experience preferred but not necessary.
     
     

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