Transportation Coordinator

The TJX Companies, Inc.•Avenel, NJ

2d•$20 - $23•Onsite

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 Ops, etc.) 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. Opportunities for growth throughout organization guided by individual development plans (IDP), mentorship, and cross-functional exposure.

Requirements

At least (1) year of related experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required
Analytical skills to identify trends, forecast, and proactively adjust strategies to support our upstream and downstream partners
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management
Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Great attention to detail
Proficient in transportation, warehouse, and yard management systems such as Blue Yonder (JDA)
Ability to work following shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel
Strong Customer Service and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Support execution of crossdock and store deliveries, ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, return logistics and peak season strategies
Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and budget, performing root-cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
Execute against peak season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
Support Transportation Manager/Supervisor in yard staffing/auditing, 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 steady flow of inbound and outbound movements, resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers
Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable
Audits 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 master data
Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
Create and follow standard operating process (SOP) guides for outbound activities
Performs other tasks and duties as required or directed
Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments. E.g. Misroutes etc.
Detention and bobtail validation and management
Daily report out with senior leadership team on trends, barriers, and action plans to ensure we are sustaining strong partnerships