at Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
What this job involves:
As a Transportation Coordinator, you will work closely with the Transportation Manager to ensure proper scheduling of employee transport for social and non-sociable hours, in compliance with local law and company policy. Additionally, you will be responsible for analytics related to transport services, vendor management, and solving problems arising from external factors such as strikes or extreme weather.
Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Documenting and evolving processes regarding transport requests and services
Conducting audits and generating analytic reports to ensure adherence to company policies
Problem-solving to address unplanned external factors (e.g., weather, strikes)
Participating in projects aimed at improving processes, user interface, and technology for the transport portal
Managing escalations and complaints related to transportation services
Assisting with invoicing as directed
Researching new programs, pilots, and improvements for the transport function
Performing any other assigned tasks and duties
Desired experience and technical skills:
Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent: A high school diploma or equivalent is typically the minimum educational requirement for a transportation coordinator role at JLL.
Relevant Certifications: While not always mandatory, possessing certifications in areas such as logistics, supply chain management, transportation management, or freight forwarding can be beneficial and demonstrate a candidate's commitment to professional development.
Preferred:
Associate or Bachelor's Degree: Although not always required, having an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field can be advantageous. Degrees in logistics, transportation management, supply chain management, or business administration can provide candidates with a deeper understanding of industry practices and principles.
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
