Logistics Coordinator

Colonial Group, Inc.•Savannah, GA

13d

About The Position

Colonial Transportation Solutions, Inc. (CTS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Colonial Group, Inc., seeks a Logistics Coordinator for its Transportation Division. The role is responsible for dispatching, inventory management, freight optimization, load shifting, and common carrier performance. It works extensively with departments across the Colonial family of companies and with external partners in a fast-paced environment that requires quick thinking, flexibility, follow-through, and thorough communication. The Logistics Coordinator is expected to demonstrate the company’s core values of Integrity, Service, Entrepreneurship, and Family, and reports to the Logistics Supervisor. The position manages customer inventory and order fulfillment, coordinates supply sourcing and purchasing, and makes real-time decisions about drivers and assets. It also supports delivery execution, fleet maintenance coordination, accurate department software records, and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations and hours-of-service requirements. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and web-based applications is required.
Availability to participate in on-call rotations during nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and develop creative solutions to challenges.
Ability to work independently with direction and bring forward ideas and solutions to identified issues.
Strong communication, planning, tracking, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and complete multiple activities and assignments simultaneously.
Eligibility to work in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or equivalent experience in a related field is preferred.
A minimum of two years of experience in terminal dispatch, logistics, or a customer service role is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage customers’ inventory levels by analyzing sales trends to determine reorder points.
Understand and manage asset utilization to optimize full loads and identify opportunities.
Facilitate sales and customer order requests, including order creation, dispatching, and processing.
Monitor supply availability across multiple regions.
Execute real-time supply sourcing and purchasing decisions from primary, secondary, and alternate terminals.
Work with cross-departmental teams to maintain adequate product inventory for all customers.
Ensure driver execution meets Colonial’s operational standards.
Ensure deliveries are completed within mandated and established timelines.
Make real-time driver and asset decisions based on availability.
Coordinate daily with Fleet Maintenance regarding asset inspections, routine maintenance, and repair needs.
Maintain the integrity of department software by ensuring all data is accurate and organized.
Communicate effectively and thoroughly with internal and external partners.
Understand Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and hours-of-service requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.