Truck Coordinator Trainee
Tampa International Forest Products, LLCTampa, Florida, United States
Posted March 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Tampa International Forest Products, LLC is a leading supplier of building products since 1976. Specializing in Eastern and Western SPF, Southern Yellow Pine, panels, steel, and lumber distribution, the company offers on-time delivery and critical market information to its customers. Committed to low-cost solutions for both suppliers and vendors, Tampa International Forest Products prides itself on professional service and reliability.
Job Description
The Truck Transportation Coordinator – Trainee supports the transportation team with daily truckload coordination, load tracking, carrier communication, and shipment documentation. This entry-level role learns internal transportation processes, basic DOT/transportation compliance requirements, and company systems (including the Transportation Management System (TMS)) while working under the guidance of an experienced Truck Transportation Coordinator.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred (logistics, supply chain, business, or related).
- 0–2 years of experience in logistics, transportation, customer service, or administrative support preferred.
- Ability to learn a Transportation Management System (TMS) and standard dispatch processes; prior TMS experience (Princeton TMX or similar) is a plus.
- Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements is a plus; must be willing to learn and apply compliance expectations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Outlook or similar tools; strong data-entry skills.
- Basic math skills and comfort working with rates, miles, dates/times, and load details.
