Transportation Coordinator - SDI Columbus

In this role you will coordinate transportation for shipments, negotiating with carriers and building delivery plans to meet customer needs. You'll work cross-functionally to ensure timely processing of shipments and maintain strong carrier, customer, and supplier relationships. You will oversee shipment tracking, issue resolution, and freight invoicing while aiming to meet department metrics. This position offers a hands-on logistics role within a steel-industry context and opportunities to optimize transportation processes.

• Negotiate carrier rates
• Plan and load shipments to meet customer requirements
• Coordinate with other departments for timely shipment processing
• Maintain open communication with carriers, customers, and suppliers
• Track shipments from release to delivery
• Troubleshoot shipment issues
• Approve freight invoices
• Meet or exceed department metrics

• Safety oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented and well organized
• Customer service mindset and proactive problem resolution
• Ability to work with colleagues at all levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PC applications

• Customer service mindset
• Clear communication
• Problem solving
• Team collaboration
• Microsoft Office
• PC applications