Transportation Coordinator

Hard Skills

- Transportation Management Systems (TMS): Descartes, Oracle Transportation Management (OTM)

- Fleet Scheduling & Routing Optimization

- Freight Negotiation & Contract Management

- Regulatory Compliance (FMCSA, DOT)

- Data Analytics & Performance Metrics

- Inventory & Warehouse Coordination

- Cost Reduction Strategies

Soft Skills

- Strong Communication & Negotiation

- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

- Multitasking & Time Management

- Cross-functional Collaboration

- Adaptability to Technological Change

- Leadership & Team Development

*Senior Transportation Coordinator*

*Global Freight Solutions, Dallas, TX*

June 2022 – Present

- Lead the daily coordination of freight movements across North America, managing a network of 150+ carriers and 20+ warehouses.

- Implemented route optimization using Descartes TMS, reducing average transit times by 12% and fuel costs by 8%.

- Negotiated contracts with regional carriers, resulting in a 10% decrease in transportation expenses year-over-year.

- Developed a real-time tracking dashboard boosting visibility and proactive issue resolution, enhancing delivery reliability by 95%.

- Trained and mentored 4 junior coordinators, fostering a team-centered environment focused on operational excellence.

*Transportation Coordinator*

*Atlantic Logistics, Atlanta, GA*

May 2018 – May 2022

- Managed domestic and cross-border freight scheduling for apparel manufacturing clients, ensuring compliance with import/export regulations.

- Coordinated with third-party logistics providers to streamline delivery routes, reducing delays by 20%.

- Conducted quarterly analysis of carrier performance, leading to the release of new RFPs and improved service agreements.

- Implemented EDI integrations, increasing data accuracy and reducing invoice discrepancies by 15%.

- Collaborated with warehouse teams to synchronize inbound/outbound schedules, optimizing loading dock efficiency.

Logistics Assistant

*City Transport Inc., Austin, TX*

August 2016 – April 2018

- Supported senior staff in tracking shipments and updating logistics databases.

- Assisted in driver dispatch planning, improving route adherence by 10%.

- Maintained compliance documentation and prepared reports for audits.

**Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management**

University of Georgia, Athens, GA

*2012 – 2016*

- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – APICS, 2023

- OSHA Logistics Safety Certification, 2022

- Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Certification, 2022

Digital Fleet Optimization Initiative

Led cross-functional project to integrate AI-based routing algorithms into existing TMS systems, resulting in a 20% increase in route efficiency and 10% reduction in vehicle idle time.

Sustainability Logistics Strategy

Developed a partnership program with electric vehicle fleet providers, reducing carbon emissions by 18% over 12 months and contributing to corporate sustainability goals.

- TMS Platforms: Descartes, Oracle OTM, SAP TM

- Fleet Management: Verizon Connect, Samsara

- Data Analysis: Power BI, Tableau

- ERP & EDI Systems

- GPS Tracking & Telematics

- English (Native)

- Spanish (Professional Working Proficiency)