Transportation-Supply Chain Coordinator I

Vetsource•Portland, OR

19h•$25 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transportation-Supply Chain Coordinator I supports transportation operations across the Vetsource supply chain to ensure the timely, accurate, and cost-effective movement of products. This role coordinates inbound and outbound transportation activities, manages shipment execution, and resolves transportation exceptions to maintain reliable product flow and operational performance. Working collaboratively with internal business partners and external carriers, the Transportation Coordinator I leverages technology, analyzes operational data, and supports continuous improvement to enhance transportation performance and the customer experience. This is a full-time, hybrid position at our Sandy Office, located at 17014 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97230.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
At least one year of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics, fulfillment, transportation, customer service, or another related operational or supply chain environment.
Experience working in a fast-paced operational environment while managing multiple priorities and changing business demands.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, presentation, email, and collaboration tools.
Demonstrated ability to learn, effectively utilize, and adapt to ERP systems, business applications, and other technology to support operational execution, data analysis, collaboration, and decision making.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting transportation, logistics, warehouse, fulfillment, or distribution operations.
Experience working with parcel, LTL, or freight transportation operations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily inbound and outbound transportation activities to support the timely, accurate, and cost-effective movement of products across the Vetsource supply chain while supporting transportation continuity during operational disruptions.
Execute daily transportation activities including shipment coordination, carrier scheduling, track and trace, freight quote requests, receiving coordination, transportation supply management, and other operational responsibilities to ensure efficient shipment execution.
Identify, investigate, and resolve shipment delays, delivery exceptions, damage claims, shipment visibility concerns, and other transportation exceptions while escalating complex issues as appropriate.
Plan, prioritize, and execute assigned responsibilities while effectively managing workload, meeting commitments, and adapting to changing business priorities.
Monitor daily transportation activities, identify operational risks, and escalate issues that may impact service, cost, or operational performance.
Maintain accurate shipment records, transportation documentation, operational metrics, and system data to support reporting, compliance, and business decision making.
Analyze transportation data to identify trends, investigate operational issues, and recommend practical improvements.
Utilize transportation, ERP, shipping, and collaboration systems to execute operational responsibilities while maintaining data integrity and operational visibility.
Develop productive working relationships with internal and external business partners through effective communication, collaboration, and customer service.
Identify opportunities to improve transportation processes, documentation, service performance, and operational efficiency while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.