Transportation Coordinator, Temporary (6 Months)

SMA America

2h • Remote

About The Position

SMA America is hiring a temporary Transportation Coordinator for a six-month assignment supporting its Transportation team with Large Scale project shipments from import through delivery to customer sites across North America. Employed through AppleOne, the remote assignment provides front-line support to Transportation Analysts and the Transportation Manager. The coordinator enters and tracks shipments, helps maintain accurate rates and transit times in the Transportation Management System (TMS), and serves as a liaison among customers, carriers, and third-party logistics partners. The role requires consistent availability during the Transportation team’s core business hours and is open to candidates located in the continental United States.

The assignment is full time, pays $25.00 per hour, and lasts about six months. AppleOne is the employer of record and provides pay, timekeeping, and any benefits under its policies. Completion of AppleOne’s background check and drug screen is required before the assignment begins. This is a temporary assignment and does not include an offer of permanent employment with SMA America. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in a coordination or administrative role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer service focus.
• Residence within the continental United States and ability to consistently work the Transportation team’s core business hours for the full assignment.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Completion of AppleOne’s background check and drug screen before the assignment begins.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a transportation or logistics department.
• Experience with SAP or a Transportation Management System.
• Experience working with freight carriers, imports, or customs.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Enter shipments into the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Track and trace shipments in transit and resolve issues as they occur.
• Coordinate Large Scale project shipments from import through delivery to site.
• Support complex shipments and projects as assigned by the Transportation team.
• Maintain accurate records of items transported between locations.
• Report on delivery timelines and any delays.
• Act as a liaison between customers and carriers to keep shipments on schedule.
• Support TMS maintenance, including rates and transit times.
• Support customs-related activities as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned within the scope of the assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED