Customer Relations Coordinator

Locations 19220 Kenswick Drive, Humble, TX, 77338, US (On-site) Job Category Operations: Individual Contributors Job Category Logistics and Transportation Job Function Operations Job Description Compensation Base Pay: $20.87/ hour The Customer Relations Coordinator provides front-line administrative and customer service support to ensure accurate shipment processing, documentation, and communication multimodal transportation terminal, air/ocean branch, or contract logistics site. They serve as a primary point of contact for customers, carriers, drivers, and internal teams, helping ensure shipments move smoothly and customers receive timely, accurate updates. They are responsible for scheduling, shipment tracking and tracing, customer support, documentation, and core financial activities such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing. They interact closely with customers, drivers, carriers, and operational teams to support the timely movement of freight across logistics networks and may assist with freight acceptance and basic cartage support where applicable. Responsibilities Serve as a central point of contact for customers, carriers, drivers, and internal teams via phone, email, and in-person interactions. Provide front-line customer service by responding to shipment status inquiries, documentation requests, and routine service questions. Perform accurate data entry for shipment details, customer instructions, order updates, and operational records within required timelines. Track and trace shipments using internal systems and carrier platforms; communicate updates to customers and internal teams. Coordinate scheduling for pickups, deliveries, appointments, and other routine operational activities. Prepare, review, and organize shipping documents such as air waybills (AWBs), bills of lading, labels, and proof of delivery (POD). Support terminal or site activities as needed, including freight acceptance, driver assistance, and shipment paperwork handling. Assist with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing support tasks, including invoice preparation, verification, and reconciliation. Maintain organized and compliant electronic and physical files for shipment, financial, and administrative documentation. Communicate with carriers, warehouses, dispatch, and internal operations teams to support timely movement of freight. Identify routine service issues or delays and escalates them to operations leadership according to established procedures. Support routine administrative tasks such as inbound/outbound mail processing, record updates, and office supply monitoring. Participate in training, meetings, and process improvement activities as assigned. All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Previous experience in customer service, administrative support, logistics, or transportation environments preferred; training provided. Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes consistently. Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented, on-site environment. Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information. Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.) Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation: Competitive base pay based on experience, industry/geographic benchmarks and internal equity. Some positions may be eligible for incentive pay programs and/or equity-based incentives. Pay ranges published on job boards are not provided nor verified by the Company. Health: Medical and Pharmacy insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Vision; Dental; Life and Disability; Critical Illness; Accident Indemnity; Hospital Indemnity; On-demand telehealth via Teladoc; Employee Assistance Program (counseling and financial/lifestyle coaching). Wealth: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; Employee stock purchase program; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Commuter Benefits; LegalEASE legal coverage. Time: 7 paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) tiers ranging from 10-25 days annually. Culture: A collaborative, transformation-driven, solutions-first environment full of "can do" attitude and "will do" work ethic.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Agencies: The Company does not accept unsolicited outreach from third parties. Absent an agreement signed by internal Talent Acquisition and Procurement, and a documented request from Talent Acquisition to submit candidates for a specified requisition, we will not approve payments to any third party. Work Authorization: Within the United States, the Company is an E-Verify employer. Unless otherwise indicated, U.S.-based workers must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, including but not limited to F-1, H-1, H-2, L, J, and TN visas, etc. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): The Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations: Physical/mental requirements are listed only to identify where potential accommodations may be needed, not as qualification standards. In compliance with applicable laws and regulations (including ADA, ADEA, and FMLA), accommodations may be available to qualified individuals unable to perform essential duties without them. Additional requirements may apply to meet legal, regulatory, and Company standards. #J-18808-Ljbffr Forward Air Corp.