TJX Companies
TransportationCoordinator
“Transportation Coordinator at TJX Companies. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. handling the day-to-day execution of the transportation department. monitor shipments”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills to identify trends, forecast, and proactively adjust strategies to support our upstream and downstream partners; performing root-cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least (1) year of related experience, Analytical skills to identify trends, forecast, and proactively adjust strategies to support our upstream and downstream partners, Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management, Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask, Great attention to detail, Proficient in transportation, warehouse, and yard management systems such as Blue Yonder (JDA), Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs, Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel, Customer Service and teamwork skills
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required
What You'll Do.
handling the day-to-day execution of the transportation department
expedite the efficient movement of TJX merchandise
Creating a timely flow into our stores
working to maintain the optimal performance value
Ensuring timely service of deliveries
upholding operational standards
Supporting and escalating any high-level challenges to their Transportation Supervisor/Manager
Support execution of crossdock and store deliveries
ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules
including transportation optimization
return logistics and peak season strategies
Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and budget
performing root-cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
Execute against peak season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
Support Transportation Manager/Supervisor in yard staffing/auditing
supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities
Interact with field leadership
and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards
Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements
ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers
Ensure steady flow of inbound and outbound movements
resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers
Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable
Audits yard management system for carrier/trailer accuracy
Build in-depth working knowledge of the Transportation Management Systems so that you can design
and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies
Gather and maintain TJX transportation and logistics master data
Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
Create and follow standard operating process (SOP) guides for outbound activities
Performs other tasks and duties as required or directed
Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments
Detention and bobtail validation and management
Daily report out with senior leadership team on trends
and action plans to ensure we are sustaining partnerships
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
works with internal (DC, Home Office, Store Ops, etc. ) and external (carriers, 3PLs) partners; Interact with field leadership, store operations, loss prevention, and transportation providers; Daily report out with senior leadership team on trends, barriers, and action plans to ensure we are sustaining partnerships
Communication Scope
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management
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