Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Tempe, AZ

A Transportation Coordinator in the logistics industry is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all transportation operations. The role involves organizing schedules, tracking shipments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving any logistical problems that arise. They are also responsible for maintaining communication and relationships with freight carriers, vendors, and clients to ensure the smooth running of operations. To excel in this role, a Transportation Coordinator should have strong organizational, communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.

To prepare for this role, interested individuals often start off in positions such as Logistics Clerk, Dispatch Operator or Freight Broker, which provide essential experience in the logistics field. In terms of qualifications, a degree in business, logistics or a related field is typically required. Certain certifications such as the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) credential or the Transportation and Logistics Certification (CTL) can be beneficial and give candidates a competitive edge. Knowledge of logistics software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also usually necessary.

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Aircraft Load Planner

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

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Transportation Planner

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Your role on the team: Consolidates client orders into optimal load profiles and assigns carriers to loads utilizing the Transportation Management System (TMS) Responsible for load planning, optimization...

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Transportation Specialist, Amazon Inbound Transportation

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Amazon is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation Specialist to assist in the resolution of stakeholder issues of daily freight movements flowing into and out of our North American...

Delivery Services Manager / Dispatch Coordinator (25)

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

If youre a logistics professional looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. At ABC Supply, Americas largest wholesale distributor of exterior and...

Transportation Specialist

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 10 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 10 days ago

Aston Carter Transportation Specialist in Tempe , Arizona Deliver outstanding carrier and driver experience/solutions, in a contact center environment, through researching, problem-solving,...

Transportation Specialist

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 10 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 10 days ago

DESCRIPTION This role is located in Tempe, AZ and is on site. No relocation assistance is provided for this role.* Amazon's ROC, Team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation...

Regional Transportation Planner

  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago

Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight,customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definitetransportation, order management, warehousing, distribution...

Centralized Dispatch Manager (West Phoenix)

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Eliminates inter-branch freight expenses by utilizing truck space in tandem with loop trucks to drive down less-than-truckload (LTL) and small...

Transportation Coordinator/Driver

  • Mesa, AZ (3 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (3 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 12 days ago

Transportation Coordinator/Driver Mi Casa Nursing Center - 3.3 Mesa, AZ Job Details Full-time Estimated: $32.8K - $38.3K a year 15 hours ago Qualifications English Mid-level CDL High school diploma...

Operations Coordinator

  • Tolleson, AZ (20 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tolleson, AZ (20 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

About Carvana If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the...

Rentals & Transportation Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 18 days ago

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, youre not just hiring on at a company, youre joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, youll join a team of people...

Transportation Planner - Weekend Support

  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 days ago

Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight,customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definitetransportation, order management, warehousing, distribution...

Freight Coordinator (Full-time)

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 20 days ago

Summary The Freight Coordinator position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, the...

Project Traffic Manager ST

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 22 days ago

The Project Traffic Manager is responsible for collaborating with the Desert Financial Intake Team to prioritize and facilitate intake work, ensuring the capture of business value and...

Transportation Specialist, Linehaul Scheduling

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 28 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 28 days ago

**This role will require you to be located in Arizona** Amazons Linehaul team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation Specialist to assist in the resolution of stakeholder issues...

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Transportation Coordinator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to air transportation and aviation management
Learn the fundamentals of air transportation and aviation management. Aviation is essential for global business as it supports worldwide travelling and cargo transportation. Before COVID-19, the...
Transportation Systems
Approaching transportation as a complex, large-scale, integrated, open system (CLIOS), this course strives to be an interdisciplinary systems subject in the "open" sense. It introduces qualitative...
Technology in Transportation
This course provides an introduction to the transportation industry's major technical challenges and considerations. For upper level undergraduates interested in learning about the transportation...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Tempe, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
Master's Degree
13.4%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Coordinators in Tempe, AZ
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
4-6 years
20.8%
None
20.8%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
6-8 years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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