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Lanco

Transportation Logistics Planner

Hazel Crest, IL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented logistics professional who enjoys solving problems ... * Assist with freight rate benchmarking, carrier sourcing, and transportation contract support.

McLane Company

Assistant, Transportation

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$37K - $45K/yr

The Transportation Assistant performs administrative duties related to the transportation ... Understanding of geography and logistics. * This position requires the ability to read, write, and ...

VIP Personnel, Inc.

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Transportation - Logistics - Dispatch

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$40K - $47K/yr

Confirm arrivals, assist with lost loads, breakdowns, delays, etc. Will be on the phone and ... They are looking for someone entry-level wanting a career start in logistics. Dispatching ...

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How much do assistant transportation logistics jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant transportation logistics in the United States is $46,345.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Transportation Logistics vs Transportation Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Transportation LogisticsTransportation Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certifications in logistics or supply chainHigh school diploma; certifications like CLTD or TLI are common
Work EnvironmentOffice setting; support role within logistics teamsOffice and field; coordinating shipments and routes
Employer & Industry UsageRetail, manufacturing, distribution companiesTransport companies, logistics firms, distribution centers
Search & Comparison IntentEntry-level support role in logisticsOperational role focusing on shipment coordination

Assistant Transportation Logistics typically involves supporting logistics operations with administrative tasks, while Transportation Coordinators actively manage shipment scheduling and routing. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but the Coordinator role has more direct responsibility for transportation execution.

What is the role of assistant transportation logistics?

An assistant transportation logistics supports the planning, coordination, and management of transportation operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods. They may handle tasks such as tracking shipments, communicating with carriers, and using logistics software to optimize routes. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of transportation regulations are important for this role.

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Transportation Logistics Specialist

SSI People

Lincoln, NE • On-site

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Job description

Job Title: Transportation Logistics Specialist

Location: Onsite Opportunity - Lincoln, NE 68508

Job Description:

  • The Transportation Logistics Specialist will perform activities that ensure efficient truck transportation of materials and products from origin to destination.
  • Transportation Logistics Specialist will work to improve organizational understanding of customer and plant specific shipping requirements across multiple product lines and assist in effectively managing to these requirements and communicating them to our third-party truck carriers.
  • Support enterprise transportation carrier management strategy through rate negotiations, relationship management, capacity management, shipment execution, truck carrier segmentation and overall spend management.
  • Negotiate rates with carriers, maximize load pairing (backhauls).
  • Update TMS (Master Mind), internal documents/spreadsheets, databases and systems for contracts, freight rates, and volume estimates, customer information and resolve any truck freight invoice issues to ensure accurate payments to third party truck carriers.

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