Transportation Coordinator, Americas

An Amazing Career Opportunity for Transportation Coordinator, Americas Location: Austin, TX Job ID: 46989 HID Global is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to support day-to-day shipment execution across the Americas region. This is an entry-level, developmental role designed for early-career professionals interested in building a foundation in transportation and supply chain management. Reporting to the Sr. Transportation Manager, the Transportation Coordinator will manage daily freight activities while gaining exposure to carrier management, cost analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. HID Global's transportation network includes parcel, air, ocean, and ground freight. Who are we? HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. We are a high‑tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. As our Transportation Coordinator, you'll support HID's success by: Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments. Scheduling pickups and managing shipment bookings across parcel, air, ocean, and ground modes. Tracking and tracing shipments, proactively managing exceptions, and resolving shipping errors. Responding to inquiries related to freight movements, including cost, transit time, performance, and claims. Initiating and managing freight claims with carriers and logistics service providers. Providing freight cost quotes and estimates for routine shipment requests. Supporting transportation optimization, cost‑reduction, and network improvement initiatives through data preparation and analysis. Reviewing freight bills and invoices for accuracy; identifying and resolving discrepancies. Compiling and maintaining monthly transportation cost and performance metrics (e.g., freight spend, on‑time delivery, claims). Maintaining transportation‑related data in ERP, OAC, TMS, carrier, or other portals. Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ISO requirements. Following standard operating procedures and assisting with documentation updates as processes evolve. Your experience and background include: Effective verbal and written communication skills in English. Strong organizational and time‑management skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage assigned tasks independently with guidance and mentorship. Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel; comfort working with data and reports. 0‑2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, or freight forwarding is preferred. Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Exposure to ERP or transportation management systems (Oracle experience a plus) is preferred. Interest in transportation analytics and continuous improvement is preferred. Fluency in additional languages is a plus but not required. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and rewards package. Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work‑life balance. A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture. Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential. A global organization pioneering hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds. Why apply? Empowerment: You'll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don't need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply. Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part‑time job seekers. Integrity: You are results‑oriented, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted. HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI‑powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process. We make it easier for people to get where they want to go! On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go - without having to think about it. When you join our HID team, you'll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You'll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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