Fleet Coordinator - ContainerPort Group, Inc.

About World Group:

World Group was founded over 60 years ago as a pioneer in vessel agency services on the Great Lakes. Today, we are home to a portfolio of globally trusted brands that deliver customers end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions, backed by innovative technology to provide visibility and data like never before. With industry-leading products in ocean drayage, domestic trucking, freight forwarding, air freight, customs house brokerage, vessel husbandry, and warehousing and distribution…customers around the globe use the services of our family of brands: ContainerPort Group, UWL, World Distribution Services, and World Shipping, Inc. to simplify supply chains and reliably move freight.

We move the world with people who care. Our award-winning, industry-recognized culture is anchored in our people across the country, and the passion they bring to each day. We’re growing - join our World Group family today!

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About ContainerPort Group:

ContainerPort Group (CPG®) is an award-winning multimodal transportation company specializing in container drayage. We provide comprehensive container drayage and logistics solutions for customers throughout North America. We pride ourselves on meeting customer needs through a safe and dependable fleet of nearly 1,300 independent contract drivers, and a dedicated team of over 350 transportation experts. Learn more at our website: www.containerport.com

About This Role: 

ContainerPort Group (CPG®), a World Group company, is currently looking for an energetic and self-motivated team player to join our family as a Fleet Coordinator for our growing terminal in Minneapolis!   

The Fleet Coordinator is a member of the operational team, closely aligned with the fleet manager role, and is responsible for matching capacity with customer scheduling and service requirements. This is achieved by building and nurturing relationships at the warehouses/vendors we serve and support. The FC is the liaison linking our terminal operations team to our Customer Experience Account Management team. This role is critical in positioning our fleet and overall terminal operation for success. Does this sound like you or fit your experience? Get in touch with us by applying here.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops relationships and knowledge of serviced warehouses and associated requirements
• Schedules appointments with shipping/receiving warehouses/vendors to maximize utilization of available
  daily capacity
• Liaison between CX Account Managers and terminal operations teams
• Liaison between terminal operations and Central Drayage team for additional capacity, as required
• Adds Customer accessorial charges, document placeholders, and communicates with CX Account Managers
  for updates and approvals
• Manages and updates vessel schedules for imports/exports
• Validates booking information including equipment size, type, and pickup or return location
• Manages and updates chassis provider(s) per customer and operational requirements
• Coordinates with fleet managers to ensure accurate and timely updates of orders and communicates
  necessary updates with CX Account Managers
• Conducts daily terminal audits inclusive of prior day closeout including AP and AR audits
• Participates in terminal and driver safety initiatives and implementation of processes and programs
• May act as operational backup when associated fleet managers are out of office
• Other duties as assigned to support Company growth and strategies

Education and Professional Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• College Degree preferred
• 1+ year trucking industry experience preferred
• Highly organized individual with great communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with heavy email/phone/messaging volume
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite, familiarity with Transportation Management Systems

World Group Benefits/Perks: 

• Competitive compensation 
• Comprehensive Benefits package:  
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision 
• Life, AD&D, & Disability insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Financial planning 
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match 
• Paid Time Off 
• Flexible work arrangements 
• Internal Mobility & professional development opportunities 
• Tuition assistance 
• Bonus Eligibility