Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Ohio

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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Delivery Services Manager / Dispatch Coordinator (1203)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 9 hours ago

Delivery Services Manager / Dispatch Coordinator (1203) (Sharonville) ABC Supply image 1 of 1 compensation: Competitive wages and benefits available for all eligible associates employment type:...

2nd Shift Transportation Coordinator

  • Bedford, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, OH
  • 2 days ago

Castle facilities, external vendors, and customer locations.Creates shipping documents (packing slips, bill of ladings, material certifications) to go along with the materials via local fleet, LTL,...

Sr. NEPA Transportation Specialist

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Lawhon & Associates (L&A) is seeking a scientist or engineer with fifteen years of transportation-related consulting experience to join our NEPA/Planning practice in a senior leadership role. The...

Ground Transportation Coordinator - Part time

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 4 days ago

Coordinator STARTING DATE: As soon as possible SALARY: Based upon the Governing Board approved salary schedule WORK YEAR: Full Time - 236 days DEADLINE: Until filled APPLY TO: Apply by clicking here...

Distribution Planner

  • Westerville, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 4 days ago

A Client of Insight Global is seeking an adaptable Distribution Planner that will work closely with their manufacturing sites to address changes and requirements for their customers. This role...

Delivery Service Manager / Dispatch Coordinator (1203)

  • Sharonville, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Sharonville, OH
  • 5 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...

Freight Coordinator

  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 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...

Transportation Coordinator - PACE

  • Norwood, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Norwood, OH
  • 5 days ago

TriHealth is actively recruiting for a Transportation Coordinator for PACE Center located in Norwood Ohio....

Load Planner - Night Shift

  • Massillon, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Massillon, OH
  • 7 days ago

Shearer's is a leading contract manufacturer and private label supplier in the snack industry in North America. Headquartered in Massillon, Ohio, Shearer's has 17 state-of-the-art, geographically...

Utility Coordinator - Transportation Market

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 8 days ago

We are a creative team of architecture, engineering and design professionals who serve both public and private sector clients. Together, we share one Core Purpose: To plan, design, and consult to...

Load Planner

  • West Jefferson, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • West Jefferson, OH
  • 9 days ago

LTL experience preferred. HOS, DOT regulations and driver welfare knowledge required. Proficient in Microsoft products including Word and Excel....

Load Planner

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

#IND About Us Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market....

Freight Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 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...

CLI Transportation Operations Manager

  • Walton Hills, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Walton Hills, OH
  • 15 days ago

OVERVIEW Responsibility of assisting with management of all day to day operations and facility(s) of assigned terminal and satellite location(s) to ensure safe, efficient, and dependable service...

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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...
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...
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...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Ohio

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Ohio offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.3%
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 Ohio
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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