Logistics Routing Administrator

Literati•Arlington, TX

1d•$21 - $21

About The Position

The Logistics Routing Administrator (LRA) coordinates and executes transportation activities across Literati’s business, managing the process from warehouse route planning and pickup through crossdock planning and execution to final-mile planning and delivery. Reporting to the Transportation-Logistics Manager, the LRA works with carriers, fulfillment centers, crossdocks, customers, Customer Service, and Production to communicate and execute transportation plans, coordinate pickups and deliveries, monitor activity, and resolve issues throughout the shipment lifecycle. The role is a central communication point for internal departments and external transportation partners. It supports transportation databases, reporting, processes, and compliance standards, and contributes to on-time deliveries, fulfillment center execution, carrier accountability, and inbound and outbound freight coordination. The posting describes this as a high-visibility opportunity at a growing startup, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Starting rate is $21 per hour, non-exempt.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to coordinate multiple carriers and transportation partners.
Strong auditing skills and a sense of accountability.
Commitment to accuracy and high-quality standards.
Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Ability to interpret and execute transportation plans.
Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Advanced Excel skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Experience coordinating with carriers, warehouses, or transportation partners.
Knowledge of transportation, logistics, routing, and carrier management.
Strong task management and organizational abilities.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and communicate transportation routes with carriers and fulfillment centers.
Coordinate the transportation lifecycle, including warehouse route planning and pickup, crossdock planning and execution, and final-mile planning and delivery.
Ensure fulfillment centers receive accurate routing information in advance of scheduled shipment dates.
Coordinate inbound and outbound freight movements, transfers, fair deliveries, and pickups.
Monitor transportation execution to ensure routes and delivery plans are completed as scheduled.
Serve as a primary coordination point with carrier representatives regarding routing, scheduling, pickups, deliveries, and transportation requirements.
Coordinate transportation activities between warehouse personnel, crossdock teams, carriers, customers, Customer Service, and Production.
Communicate transportation plans, requirements, and changes to appropriate parties.
Follow up with carriers and transportation partners to ensure execution aligns with established plans.
Support carrier accountability and maintain effective working relationships with transportation partners.
Identify, investigate, and coordinate the resolution of transportation issues throughout the shipment lifecycle.
Address service failures, missed pickups, delayed deliveries, routing discrepancies, and other transportation exceptions.
Communicate directly with customers about transportation-related questions, delays, and service issues.
Provide proactive updates and maintain clear communication between customers, internal departments, and external partners.
Coordinate with appropriate teams to minimize service disruptions and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Operate the routing program and maintain the transportation database.
Support the development and maintenance of transportation databases, processes, and reporting.
Develop and maintain facility-specific transportation reports.
Prepare and communicate Bills of Lading (BOLs).
Conduct transportation and safety audits.
Support driver safety and compliance requirements.
Assist with transportation training, process documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.