Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Franklin, TN

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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Customer Operations Coordinator

  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Understanding of basic supply chain management principles, including inventory control, transportation logistics, and distribution networks Ability to prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced environment...

Transportation Coordinator/Driver

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The Transportation Coordinator/Driver loads, transports, and unloads patients for medical appointments and activity outings in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and...

Transportation Specialist, Amazon Intermodal (IM)

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Amazon's Intermodal (AZIM) Operations team is seeking highly skilled and motivated Transportation Specialists to join this rapidly growing team. AZIM Operations drives the end to end operational...

Senior Business Operations Coordinator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today's biggest health challenges and accelerate this...

Transportation Specialist Lead

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 13 days ago

DESCRIPTION Amazon's Transportation Operations team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation Lead Specialist to assist in the management of daily freight movements flowing into and...

Member Marketing Traffic Manager

  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Healthcare Without Rival Premise Health is the world's leading direct healthcare provider and one of the largest digital providers in the country, serving over 11 million eligible lives across...

Transportation Specialist Lead , Amazon Transportation Services

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Amazons Transportation Operations team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transportation Lead Specialist to assist in the management of daily freight movements flowing into and out of our...

Executive Event Communications Specialist, Transportation Partner Experience

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Do you like creating dynamic and interactive experiences that bring people together to solve problems, skill build, or learn more about a specific topic? Do you have a knack for breaking down...

Transportation Coordinator PM

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Thats why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether youre...

Traffic Manager- Audi of Nashville

  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Brentwood, TN Traffic Manager- Audi of Nashville in Brentwood, TN at Sonic Automotive Date Posted: 1/6/2025 - TRAFFIC MANAGER- AUDI OF NASHVILLE IN BRENTWOOD, TN AT SONIC AUTOMOTIVE JOB SNAPSHOT...

Transportation Operations Coordinator

  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Facilities & Maintenance/ Operations Coordinator Date Posted: 12/16/2024 Location: Facilities & Transportation Center Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled...

Facilities and Transportation Operations Coordinator

  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Transportation/ Operations Specialist Date Posted: 11/22/2024 Location: Transportation Date Available: 01/06/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    JOB TITLE: Facilities and...

Freight Coordinator

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 90+ 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...

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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 Franklin, TN

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Franklin, TN 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 Franklin, TN
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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