Job Description:
The Traffic Coordinator role involves directing and planning daily inbound and outbound freight movements, overseeing transportation companies' operational activities, and providing expert freight management support to shipping teams. Responsibilities include managing Finished Goods Inventory, ensuring compliance with shipping documentation and financial controls, and addressing customer inquiries and shipping issues. The role requires coordinating shipments, processing orders through the TMS, and maintaining communication with carrier companies to confirm arrival times.
What you'll do
Primary Site Contact for Inbound and Outbound Shipments and Driver Check-in
Directs and plans daily freight moves both inbound and outbound.
Directs and controls the daily operational activity of transportation companies.
Provides transportation and freight management expertise to shipping teams.
Pro-actively manages and responds to internal and external customer requests for information.
Assists with inbound and outbound international ocean freight management.
Responsible and accountable for Finished Goods Inventory status and works with Logistics, OPS, or Sales to release available inventory for shipment on the ground.
Assists in the management of site-specific financial controls related to shipping, invoice recognition, and proper shipping documentation – including Bills of Lading and Canadian Customs invoices.
Advises transportation companies in meeting AWP freight management requirements (e.g., proper trailer configuration, load securing, cross-Canadian border requirements, and documents).
Responds to customer inquiries and resolves shipping issues including tracking and tracing, freight damage, and cost. Escalates issues as appropriate.
Supports operational reviews of transportation providers by maintaining transportation metrics related to on-time performance and shipping capacity provided.
Reviews freight bills and resolves discrepancies related to service performance or shipping tariffs.
Coordinates and prepares machine picks and movements, including daily load plans for Reconfiguration, OBI, LTL, Will Call, International, and Domestic deliveries.
Must have extensive knowledge of Dept. of Transportation (DOT) regulations and basic Hazardous Materials regulations.
Assist in direction/sequence of loading shipping containers, flatbed, and dry trailers.
Responsible for performing key TMS Transactions Daily.
Responsible for updating and Maintaining critical DC Scheduling information in Foundry.
What you'll bring
High school diploma or the equivalent.
At least two years’ experience in Distribution Center or similar environment.
A minimum of one year of experience in using Oracle or equivalent ERP.
Strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, along with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in the MS Office suite. Candidates should have a solid understanding of finished goods staging, distribution methods, and the packing and securing of goods for various modes of transportation, including truck, rail, container, and air freight.
Knowledge of the freight transportation industry, including tariffs and documentation, is required.
Strong human relations skills are necessary to provide leadership, communicate effectively, and maintain positive working relationships with peers.
Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively and professionally with individuals of diverse backgrounds and responsibilities. The candidate must relate well to a wide variety of people in a professional and diplomatic manner.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and expedite the movement of finished goods is essential, along with maintaining accurate shipment records
Pay: The hourly range for this position is $26.15 - 32.69. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.
Why join us
We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
We offer competitive salaries, Team Member bonus, healthcare, paid holidays, 401K, life insurance, LinkedIn Learning.
For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate
If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
About Terex:
Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.
Additional Information:
We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com.
The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.