Central Trucking Coord

Central Trucking Coordinator

About Us
At Gooseneck Implement, our purpose is to enable our employees and customers to lead a fulfilling life. Rooted in our core values of Genuine Passion and Genuine Gratitude, we operate with integrity, accountability, and resolve. As a trusted partner in the Ag equipment industry, we create an optimal business environment, ensuring success for our employees and customers.

About the Position
Department: Logistics
Reports to: Senior Central Trucking Coordinator
Supervises: None

Purpose
Plans, organizes, and leads transportation initiatives for the entire organization.  Manages the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters in the most efficient, timely, and cost effective manner.  Works closely with internal and external resources to fulfill Gooseneck’s commitments to customers and meeting customers’ expectations.  

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership across the organization for all Logistics needs and requests


• Responsible for ensuring that vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements


• Ensures truck drivers and parts runners are aware of their duties


• Allocates and records resources and movements in the Trucking Scheduler


• Communicates with Sales Reps, Service Managers, General Managers, and other store personnel on customer deliveries and requirements


• Ensures vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements


• Communicates weather and road delays to appropriate employees


• Schedules and dispatches drivers, trucks, and equipment to meet delivery requirements. Scheduling of oil deliveries to customers.


• Monitors shipment progress and provide real-time updates to customers and management.


• Communicates with drivers regarding routes, pickup and delivery instructions, and schedule changes.


• Tracks freight movement using transportation management systems (TMS) and GPS tools.


• Resolves delivery delays, route issues, and customer concerns promptly.


• Maintains accurate dispatch records, driver logs, and shipment documentation.


• Coordinates load assignments to maximize fleet utilization and reduce downtime.


• Ensures compliance with DOT regulations, safety requirements, and company procedures.


• Verifies freight documentation, bills of lading, and delivery confirmations.


• Collaborates with customers, brokers, warehouse personnel, and drivers to ensure smooth operations.


• IFTA reporting/permits

Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• 5+ years experience in an agriculture-related role, specifically in trucking or delivery


• Ability to think strategically


• Knowledge of database software and computer application systems


• Demonstrates leadership, organizational, management, interpersonal, analytical and communication skills


• Ability to communicate effectively to customers, vendors, and dealership employees


• Ability to work flexible hours and travel to store locations


• Knowledge of safety and transportation laws and requirements


• Ability to climb, bend, kneel, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.