Temporary Inbound Transportation Coor
About The Position
As a Transportation Coordinator, you are responsible for but not limited to handling the day-to-day execution of the transportation department. A coordinator works with internal (DC, Home Office, Store Operations, and Field Leadership) and external (carriers, 3PLs) partners to monitor shipments and expedite the efficient movement of TJX merchandise. Creating a timely flow into our stores while working to maintain the optimal performance value. Ensuring timely service of deliveries, while upholding operational standards. Supporting and escalating any high-level challenges to their Transportation Supervisor/Manager.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Continual Process Improvement focused
- Supply Chain / Logistics / Distribution experience
- Customer Service focused mindset
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to influence without authority
- Desire to grow within role and company
- Proactive and Effective communication
- Operational & carrier performance management
- Exceptional Microsoft Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Working knowledge of transportation management systems and software
- 1-2 years of experience in an operations / transportation role, with demonstrated leadership experiences
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree or 2 years of relatable experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Support execution of outbound trailer movement (crossdock and store deliveries), ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, and return logistics
- Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and follow up with carriers on exception. Execute plans to follow up on performance
- Monitor trailers in-transit and escalate late arrivals
- Execute against Peak Season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
- Support Transportation Manager/Supervisor in yard staffing, scheduling, and usage as well as in supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities
- Interact with Field Leadership, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards
- Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers
- Ensure outbound movements are executed in a timely manner to hit on-time delivery metrics
- Partner with Shipping teams to ensure proper loading and damage practices are followed
- Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable
- Audits and update Yard Management System for carrier/trailer accuracy
- Build in-depth working knowledge of the Transportation Management Systems so that you can design, test, and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies
- Gather and maintain TJX Transportation and Logistics Store Delivery and Cross Dock master data
- Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
- Create and follow Standard Operating Process (SOP) guides for Outbound activities
- Support other TJX functions/partners as applicable
- Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments, ie. RTVs, Misroutes, Fed Ex, etc.
- Performs other duties as required or directed
Benefits
- Associate discount
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- smoking cessation support
- bereavement leave
- 401(k) Associate contributions
- credit union
- cell phone discounts
- 401(k) match
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- disability coverage
- paid parental leave
- paid holidays/vacation/sick
- scholarship program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
