Traffic Coordinator

Job ID: 530203Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.Job SummaryThe Traffic Coordinator is responsible for scheduling/routing fleet and hired haul shipments for the manufacturing plant & distribution yard located in Farmingdale, NJ. They will seek to optimize efficiency of shipments by effectively utilizing equipment through planning backhaul loads and maximizing drivers' hours of service.Job LocationThis position is based out of our facility in Farmingdale, NJ.Job ResponsibilitiesReview open orders and delivery windows to prioritize scheduling of fleet and hired carriersCoordinate regional shipment requests to optimize routingMaintain shipping information using Oracle Transportation Management software including carrier assignment, rating accuracy, scheduling, and equipment requirementsServe as the carrier point of contact, locating capacity to meet variable shipping volumes, negotiating spot rates, communicating delivery instructions to carriers, and ensuring proper insurance and safety requirements are metReview carrier accounts to identify issues and file claims for damage or missing productCommunicate delivery schedules to customers and prepare associated shipping documents as requiredCoordinate with production and sales team to expedite and trace shipmentsAudit and maintain driver files and records including hours of service, accidents, and violations to ensure compliance with DOT and government regulationsAdditional roles and responsibilities to be assigned as neededJob RequirementsMinimum two year degree in business or related field or equivalent in experience, training or educationLogistics experience with working knowledge of DOT regulations and scheduling of internal fleet equipmentStrong language, mathematical, and computer skillsExcellent communication, organizational, and problem solving skillsCompensationThe hourly pay rate is $24/hr401(k) plan / group retirement savings programShort-term and long-term disability benefitsLife insuranceHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offPaid holidaysWhat CRH Offers YouHighly competitive base payComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programsGroup retirement savings programHealth and wellness programsAn inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotionAbout CRHCRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.EOE/Vet/DisabilityCRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.