Load Coordinator
Express Employment International (US)Load Coordinator Shop floor control, shipping load coordinator, sub-shipping coordinator, cycle counting with substantial analysis and
problem solving, or dispatch work. Communicates schedules, load/shipping instructions, inventory issues and
solutions as needed to provide direction to others. Requires thorough product knowledge. Inspects parts as
necessary for defects, reports quality issues and
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shortages to supervision. Maintains all required records
Core Skills 1. Planning and Organization Ability to prioritize multiple loads simultaneously.
Schedule inbound/outbound freight efficiently.
Manage changing priorities without disrupting operations.
Coordinate dock doors, labor, and equipment utilization.
2. Communication Skills Communicate clearly with carriers, drivers, warehouse teams, and leadership.
Provide timely updates on delays and operational issues.
Resolve conflicts professionally and quickly.
Deliver concise shift handoff information.
3. Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Respond quickly to missed appointments, late trucks, and freight issues.
Develop contingency plans when schedules change.
Make sound decisions under pressure.
Identify root causes of recurring operational problems.
4. Transportation Knowledge Understanding of: Route planning
Carrier operations
Shipping documents
DOT considerations
Freight classifications
Trailer capacity and cube utilization
5. Warehouse Operations Knowledge Understanding of: Cross-dock processes
Receiving and shipping operations
Load sequencing
Dock flow management
Material handling equipment
Safety requirements
6. Attention to Detail Verify load accuracy.
Review BOLs, manifests, and shipping paperwork.
Monitor freight discrepancies.
Ensure proper scans and system transactions.
7. Time Management Meet strict shipment departure times.
Maintain dock throughput.
Balance urgent issues while managing routine tasks.
Avoid delays that impact customer service.
Technical Skills Systems Proficiency Experience with:
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
ERP systems
Microsoft Excel
Outlook and Teams
Freight tracking platforms
Data Analysis Review load metrics.
Track service performance.
Identify bottlenecks.
Analyze labor and transportation efficiency.
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