Transportation Coordinator
About The Position
Imagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues. A company that invests in its future by investing in you. Little Caesars/Blue Line Distribution is a company where our colleagues make an impact. Blue Line Distribution, the in-house distributor for Little Caesars Pizza, has been family owned and operated for over 50 years; and is dedicated to leading customized and innovative food service logistics with safety as a top priority. We are now hiring for an Transportation Coordinator at our facility in Logan Township, New Jersey. Your Mission: The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for executing daily route plans, coordinating driver departures, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of transportation systems and records. This role serves as the primary point of contact for drivers and supports operational efficiency and compliance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in transportation, dispatch, or logistics operations.
- Working knowledge of transportation and logistics operations, including route planning and dispatch processes.
- Proficiency with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), dispatch software, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills for managing multiple routes and priorities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with drivers, operations teams, and stakeholders.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities in time-sensitive situations.
- Ability to accurately enter, update, and maintain data in operational systems.
- Capacity to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or fast-paced environments.
- Attention to detail and accuracy throughout the shift.
- All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Blue Line Distribution.
Responsibilities
- Execute daily transportation route schedules, ensuring on-time driver departures and service commitments.
- Coordinate and communicate departure times, route assignments, and load details with drivers.
- Prepare, organize, and distribute required driver paperwork (manifests, bills of lading, delivery documents).
- Monitor route progress and performance, proactively identifying delays or service risks.
- Make real-time route adjustments in collaboration with the Transportation Manager.
- Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations.
- Ensure daily vehicle inspections (DVIRs) are completed, filed, and acted upon if required.
- Perform other transportation and logistics duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full time colleagues qualify for a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and paid time off, legal and counseling services, flexible spending accounts, disability and adoption benefits, and more.
- Colleagues also enjoy the perks of being associated with professional sports teams and have access to events at Little Caesars Arena and Comerica Park in our hometown of Detroit, Michigan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
