Southern Mississippi Trading has become the leading trading company in the Southern United States. SMT is proud to be a part of Forest City Trading Group, an employee-owned company who has grown into one of the largest distributors of building products in North America. Our family-oriented work environment has fostered a team that is positive, resilient, and proactive in the markets we serve. The culture of work/life balance is reflected in the tenure of our employees, which is an average of more than 15 years. We have an electric environment that cultivates growth, greatness, and happiness! As a transportation coordinator, you will handle all logistical activities related to the efficient pick-up and delivery of raw materials from various mills throughout North America to multiple processing plants and our nationwide customer base. A successful transportation coordinator will work seamlessly with members of our sales, administrative and management Teams. The Transportation Coordinator will be part of a group committed to offering the very best possible supplier/processor/customer experience. A positive attitude is a must. Key Responsibilities:Manage daily freight logistics, including assigning and dispatching shipments using trucks and intermodal carriersHandle communication with carriers and brokers, prepare freight dispatches, and ensure timely pick-ups and deliveriesTrack shipments, reconcile dispatches with invoices, and manage paymentsDevelop and maintain relationships with carriers and brokers, negotiate freight rates, and ensure compliance with company policiesResolve shipping and logistics issues, including investigating complaints related to lost, damaged, or short shipments Qualifications:Self-starter willing to work independently with minimal supervisionMust be skillful in organizing, prioritizing, and managing timeStrong interpersonal and team-focused communication skillsComfortable with multitasking and working in a fast-paced, changing environmentAbility to collect data, identify & define problems and create effective solutionsCompetency in Microsoft Office Suite of toolsUnderstanding of invoicing and inventory management is a plus