Logistics Routing Administrator

Literati•Arlington, TX

About The Position

The Logistics Routing Administrator coordinates and executes transportation activities across the business, managing shipments from warehouse route planning and pickup through crossdock planning and execution to final-mile planning and delivery. The role works with carriers, fulfillment centers, crossdocks, customers, Customer Service, and Production to communicate and execute transportation plans, coordinate pickups and deliveries, monitor activity, and identify and resolve shipment issues. It is a central communication point for internal departments and external transportation partners and contributes to on-time deliveries, fulfillment center execution, carrier accountability, and coordination of inbound and outbound freight. The role also supports transportation databases, reporting, processes, and compliance standards. The position reports to the Transportation-Logistics Manager. 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 before 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.
Coordinate with carrier representatives on routing, scheduling, pickups, deliveries, and transportation requirements.
Coordinate transportation activities among warehouse personnel, crossdock teams, carriers, customers, Customer Service, and Production.
Communicate transportation plans, requirements, and changes to appropriate parties, and follow up to support execution against established plans.
Support carrier accountability and maintain effective working relationships with transportation partners.
Identify, investigate, and coordinate resolution of transportation issues, including service failures, missed pickups, delayed deliveries, and routing discrepancies.
Communicate directly with customers about transportation questions, delays, and service issues; provide proactive updates and coordinate timely resolutions.
Operate the routing program and maintain the transportation database.
Support development and maintenance of transportation databases, processes, and reporting, including facility-specific transportation reports.
Prepare and communicate Bills of Lading (BOLs).
Conduct transportation and safety audits and support driver safety and compliance requirements.
Assist with transportation training, process documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.