Transportation Coordinator

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking a Transportation Coordinator responsible for strategic planning and tactical execution of cargo movement, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient deliveries. Key Highlights: 1. Leads the optimization of the supply chain and freight transportation. 2. Negotiates rates, contracts, and manages relationships with customers and carriers. 3. Ensures regulatory compliance and safety in transportation. At VELKON, we transform end-to-end logistics into a competitive advantage. We optimize our clients’ supply chains through efficient freight transportation and continuous monitoring of every operation. Backed by a team with over 15 years of experience, we seek talent eager to join a high-performance environment offering top-tier support: **Transportation Coordinator** Responsible for strategic planning and tactical execution of cargo movement. The goal is to ensure goods reach their destination (customers, distribution centers, or warehouses) timely, safely, and at the lowest possible cost—leading owned or outsourced fleets while ensuring compliance with MTC and OHS regulations. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES** * Design and assign efficient routes to optimize fuel consumption, delivery times, and mileage. * Supervise operational staff performance, assign vehicles, and coordinate preventive/corrective maintenance. * Conduct satellite tracking of vehicles and manage on-route incidents (delays, accidents, mechanical failures). * Negotiate rates with third-party carriers and ensure adherence to quality standards. * Verify that both drivers and vehicles possess all valid legal documentation required for operation. * Report service levels, delivery effectiveness (OTIF), transportation costs, and schedule adherence. * Ensure compliance with safety regulations during dispatch and transit. * Prospect new customers and generate business opportunities. * Prepare technical-commercial proposals and quotations. * Negotiate rates, contracts, and service terms. * Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers, identifying growth opportunities. **REQUIREMENTS** * Education: Bachelor’s or Technical degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Transportation Engineering, Logistics, or related fields. * Specialization: Certificates or diplomas in Supply Chain or Warehouse Management are desirable. * Experience: At least 1 year in similar roles. * Intermediate Excel proficiency; GPS tracking software. * Solid knowledge of land transportation regulations, weight and dimension limits, and vehicle documentation (SOAT, inspections, driver licenses). Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Starting from S/.2,500.00 per month Work Location: On-site employment