Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Houston, TX

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

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision...

Alternate Transportation Coordinator (HHG Military Move)

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Title: Alternate Transportation Coordinator (HHG Military Move) HomeSafe Alliance is the single global household goods movement manager of over 300,000 Military Household Goods moves per year for USTRANSCOM...

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Operations Coordinator - Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Operations Coordinator Cartier | Houston, TX Reports to: Operations Manager Job Mission The Operations Coordinator contributes to the overall commercial success of the boutique by upholding Maison...

Quality Improvement Specialist - Transport

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

We are searching for a Quality Improvement Specialist -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will partner with departmental leadership to achieve high-quality,...

Project Manager/Senior Transportation Planner and Texas Lead

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Project Manager/Senior Transportation Planner and Texas Lead Foursquare ITP Inc. Houston, Texas Job ID: 161570 Job Status: Full-time...

Airport Dispatch Manager - IAH

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities Supervises and coordinates daily activities of employees to ensure safe and effective operations. Monitors and enforces safe working habits in accordance...

Transportation Coordinator - Seabrook, NH

  • Seabrook, TX (23 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Seabrook, TX (23 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 13 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE The Coordinator, Transportation will support...

Routing Specialist - Transportation

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Primary Purpose Manage the district's school transportation software suite in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Manage the day to day transportation routing needs of CCISD including stop...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

Requistion Number: 25798 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Cargo Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 26 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for coordinating daily functions related to the receipt, delivery and record keeping of export and import cargo. To perform this job successfully, an...

Routing Specialist, Transportation

  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Routing Specialist, Transportation Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District TRANSPORTATION - Cypress, Texas Job Details Job ID:4808465 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Sep 23,...

Transportation Planner

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

This position requires a detailed-oriented planner who will both manage and run a range of public sector (city and county), MPO, and DOT transportation projects as well as actively engage our...

Bus Dispatch Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

A bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation management, or a related field is preferred. Bilingual preferred....

Transportation Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

The Transportation Coordinator ensures the accurate delivery of client services utilizing the client management systems BR GetCare and other reporting systems....

Transportation Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Shift/Schedule: Ability to work 8-hour shifts between 8:00a & 8:00p, M-F, some weekends Key Functions Transportation of patients to and from appointments Safely transport passengers to and from...

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Salary for Transportation Coordinator Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Coordinators in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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