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One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and NewsweekCompetitive compensation and benefitsLeadership and development programs offered through Watco UniversityCareer advancement opportunitiesJob SummaryThe Transportation Coordinator (TC) plays a crucial role in the overall day-to-day freight management of shipments and/or assigned shipping accounts, while delivering cost effective solutions that keep the long-term interest of the customer as our priority. It is essential for the TC to work well individually and in a team environment; effectively solicit carriers to haul shipments, establish carrier and customer relationships, and solicit customers for transportation opportunities. This position also plays a critical role in providing quality service to customers, encouraging team morale and performance, while maintaining a positive culture within the branch.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesBroker transportation shipments and securing carrier capacityTrace and trace customer shipmentsProvide customer support to meet their needs and address issuesConduct spot pricing, rate negotiations to meet margin requirements, and ensure maximum profitability, and handle related concernsManage carrier base procurement, rate negotiations, and daily executionMeet all customer compliance requirements including but not limited to level of service, lane compliance, and communication timeframeBook loads with Registry Monitoring Insurance Service carrier complianceEngage in customer and carrier communication to sustain customer and carrier growthDevelop and manage a network of outside safe and reliable carriers to move freight in the most profitable manner to ensure customer satisfaction and adequate service levelsHelp with financial procedures and operating metrics (detention management, research/resolving invoice discrepancies, benchmark rate achievement, automation objectives, expedite decisions and cost, etc.)Meet or exceed Watco and customer targeted financial objectivesMeet or exceed required margin and revenue goals for the assigned branchQualificationsTransportation or supply chain related experience preferredApply knowledge of organization, communication, conflict resolution, and time management skillsUse basic computer skills - Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, 10 Key, and Data EntryRegistry Monitoring Insurance Services (RMIS) skills recommendedTransportation Management System (TMS) skills recommendedEducation: Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent","company":"Watco","rawCompany":"watco","city":"Spring","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-29T01:02:33.647Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-5011.00","title":"Cargo and Freight Agents","slug":"cargo-and-freight-agents"},{"code":"11-3071.00","title":"Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers","slug":"transportation-storage-and-distribution-managers"},{"code":"43-5011.01","title":"Freight Forwarders","slug":"freight-forwarders"}],"industries":[{"code":"484230","title":"Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance","slug":"specialized-freight-except-used-goods-trucking-long-distance"},{"code":"484220","title":"Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local","slug":"specialized-freight-except-used-goods-trucking-local"},{"code":"488510","title":"Freight Transportation Arrangement","slug":"freight-transportation-arrangement"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Transportation Coordinator - Spring, TX","description":"Transportation Coordinator - Spring, TXJob Location: Colossal - Spring, TX Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Salary - Commission Job Type: Full TimeStart a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. 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