Transportation Coordinator

NorthPoint Development LLC Kansas City, Missouri, United States Supply Chain

About this position

METROPARK WAREHOUSES, LLC

The Transportation Coordinator (Broker-Focused) is responsible for managing daily freight operations while also taking on responsibilities typically associated with a freight broker. This role includes coordinating shipments, sourcing reliable carriers, negotiating rates, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining strong relationships with both internal teams and external logistics partners.

Pay: Base Salary $60,000.00 plus commission

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • •Schedule and coordinate inbound and outbound freight across multiple transportation modes (e.g., FTL, LTL, intermodal)
  • •Source and secure third-party carriers to meet shipping needs and deadlines
  • •Negotiate freight rates and confirm carrier availability and capacity
  • •Monitor shipment status and proactively resolve delays or service issues
  • •Ensure all documentation (BOLs, PODs, rate confirmations) is completed and accurate
  • •Maintain carrier and load information in transportation management systems (TMS)
  • •Track, trace, and communicate shipment updates to internal and external stakeholders
  • •Build and maintain relationships with shippers, carriers, and 3PL partners
  • •Analyze freight spend, optimize routing, and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • •Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and company policies

Skills and Qualifications:

  • •High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business preferred
  • •2+ years of experience in transportation coordination, freight brokerage, or dispatching
  • •Familiarity with TMS software and load boards (e.g., DAT, Truckstop)
  • •Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
  • •Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment
  • •Strong understanding of freight operations, carrier networks, and DOT regulations
  • •Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and logistics-related platforms
  • •Existing relationships with regional or national carriers
  • •Experience working in a brokerage or 3PL environment

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Salary Information

$60000 - $60000 Annual Salary