Transportation Specialist

Transportation Specialist
Oakland, California

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Transportation Specialist to coordinate and manage transportation operations within logistics and supply chain workflows. The successful candidate will handle customer inquiries, plan and dispatch shipments, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining accurate records and facilitating communication across various teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries regarding shipment status, delivery schedules, and transportation availability.
• Coordinate drayage movements between ports, rail terminals, warehouses, and customer facilities.
• Schedule and dispatch drivers based on customer requirements and equipment availability.
• Track shipments and provide proactive updates to customers.
• Resolve transportation delays, service disruptions, and customer concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of orders, appointments, and delivery confirmations.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatchers, warehouses, and customers to ensure smooth operations.
• Utilize logistics and transportation systems to monitor and manage shipments.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize transportation scheduling and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with transportation safety and operational protocols.
• Assist with documentation and administrative tasks related to transportation activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in logistics processes.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in customer service, logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of drayage, trucking, intermodal transportation, or freight operations.

Tools / Equipment / Systems

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Essential functions involve physical activity up to 30 lbs.

Fair Chance & Background Checks: This position may require a background check consistent with applicable law. We comply with all Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and applicant rights laws. Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs or practices in accordance with applicable law. Eligible employees may receive benefits required by applicable federal, state, or local law. Additional benefit eligibility, if any, is determined by Company policy, applicable benefit plans, the employee's classification, work location, and assignment. The Company reserves the right to modify the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment at any time consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job posting creates a contract of employment. Employment is at will where permitted by law. Partners Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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