Transportation Coordinator

The TJX Companies, Inc.•Tucson, AZ

2d•$19 - $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.

Requirements

At least (1) year of related experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of Management.
Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
Extreme attention to detail.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point).
Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel.
Strong Customer Service and teamwork skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and forecast trends to support strategic decision making
Be on time for work.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required.

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, perform root-cause analysis as needed and create 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, 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 post and duties as required or directed.
Provide directions for miscellaneous outbound shipments, ie. Misroutes, IFT, etc.