Traffic Coordinator

MANN+HUMMEL

. Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound freight, including LTL, FTL, parcel, and expedited shipments .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLake Wales • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in logistics and transportation operations, including LTL, FTL, and expedited freight services. Proficient in managing shipping documentation, coordinating with carriers, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Logistics CoordinationFreight ManagementShipping DocumentationCarrier SchedulingTransportation Compliance

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Hard Skills

LTL FreightFTL FreightParcel ShippingExpedited Freight ServicesBills Of LadingFreight DocumentationShipping ProcessesTransportation OperationsERP SystemsTMS Systems

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementAttention To DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSAP

Industry Keywords

LogisticsTransportationShippingReceivingSupply ChainManufacturingDistribution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound freight, including LTL, FTL, parcel, and expedited shipments
Schedule carrier pickups and deliveries based on production schedules, customer requirements, and shipping priorities
Communicate with carriers, freight brokers, suppliers, customers, and internal departments regarding shipment status
Obtain freight quotes and assist with carrier selection
Track shipments and address delays, missed pickups, delivery issues, and transportation concerns
Prepare and maintain bills of lading, packing lists, shipping labels, delivery documentation, and other records
Verify shipping information for accuracy
Coordinate dock appointments and maintain shipping and receiving schedules
Collaborate with Shipping, Receiving, Inventory, Production, Planning, Customer Service, and Purchasing
Ensure customer-specific routing and transportation requirements are followed
Assist with freight claims, damaged shipments, shortages, and discrepancies
Review freight invoices and identify billing or rate discrepancies
Maintain transportation and shipment records in ERP, TMS, or internal systems
Monitor open orders and shipments to meet customer delivery expectations
Communicate urgent shipment requirements and transportation issues to leadership
Support expedited freight requests and minimize unnecessary premium freight costs
Maintain relationships with carriers and logistics partners
Monitor carrier performance, including on-time pickup and delivery
Support continuous improvement related to freight cost, transportation efficiency, shipping processes, and customer service
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, customer requirements, and transportation regulations
Provide administrative and operational support to Logistics and Supply Chain teams
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, receiving, traffic coordination, or a related manufacturing/distribution environment preferred
Experience working with freight carriers, brokers, and transportation providers strongly preferred
Manufacturing or distribution experience preferred
In-depth knowledge of shipping, transportation, and logistics operations
Expertise in LTL, FTL, parcel, and expedited freight services
Proficient in handling bills of lading, freight documentation, and carrier scheduling
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to prioritize various shipments and requests in a dynamic setting
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective problem-solving capabilities for transportation and delivery challenges
Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and organizational levels
Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is advantageous