Coordinator - Transportation

About Us

The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary

The Coordinator – Transportation is directly responsible for fulfilling all local loads and unloads of freight in and out of warehouse facilities. This role is responsible for the timely movement of equipment to and from warehouse to events for the purpose of flawless execution. This position requires strong communication and coordination skills.

This position will support our Audio Visual and Event Technology team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show site based out of Dallas, TX. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fulfill all transportation needs for assigned events 


• Ensure compliant utilization of the Transportation Management System 


• Communicate with warehouse and event staff all transportation movements in accordance established policies and procedures 


• Perform call checks as required for shipments to ensure timely delivery 


• Assist in training/development, and staffing of staff


• Work with vendor network to provide quality service while balancing fiscal responsibility to ensure Operational Excellence and Sustainable Profitability


• Check drivers in and out of warehouse in accordance to operational policies and procedures 


• Provide recommendations on Capital Expenditure and planning


• Drive teamwork and communication between all warehouse operations


• Assists other department heads as needed


• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalency


• Minimum 2 years of related experience within event production, warehouse management and/or transportation management 


• Must maintain a valid state drivers license 

What We Offer

The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially.  These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for.  There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Paid Parental Leave


• Life, Accident and Disability


• Retirement with Company Match


• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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