Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist

Hattiesburg, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Automotive Transportation Dispatcher / Vehicle Logistics Coordinator
Pay Rate: $14.00 $15.50/hr
Employment Type: Contract (W2 through Tekberry)
Assignment Duration: February 2026 May 2026
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (8:00 AM 5:00 PM)
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite - Manheim Auto Auction (Hattiesburg MS 39402)
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Overview

Tekberry is looking for a highly qualified and motivated Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist to support transportation operations with our client a leader in the automotive auction and vehicle logistics industry.

This position supports Manheims transportation operations by coordinating the movement of vehicles between auctions dealerships and carriers. The role combines dispatching vendor coordination customer communication and operational problem-solving in a high-volume environment. The specialist works directly with transport carriers and internal teams to ensure vehicles are picked up delivered and processed on time while minimizing delays and service disruptions.

As a Tekberry W2 employee you will have access to health benefits including medical dental and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Make real-time outbound calls on a recorded line to verify vehicle readiness with pickup locations and transport carriers
Coordinate and dispatch vehicle transport between auctions dealerships and carriers
Negotiate pickup timing and dispatch commitments with carriers and hold vendors accountable to service expectations
Follow up daily with carriers regarding ETAs cancellations delays and missed pickups
Investigate rejected VIN assignments and coordinate vehicle re-dispatch
Monitor transport holds verification delays and service interruptions
Manage escalated vehicle movement issues with internal teams and partners
Enter manual orders and process transportation requests using internal systems (AS400 and AutoIMS)
Monitor and correct master data and location record discrepancies
Request and process hold harmless agreements and releases
Process transportation fees and assessorial charges
Manage shared operational email inboxes across multiple locations
Create corrective action plans with vendors for service failures
Build relationships with Manheim auction personnel and carrier partners
Track operational performance metrics including delays service levels and carrier performance
Compile transportation data and generate operational reports for leadership
Support margin awareness by ensuring timely dispatch and preventing service breakdowns
Solve operational problems quickly in a high-urgency time-sensitive environment
Perform additional duties as assigned

Must-Have Qualifications

1 3 years of administrative dispatch call center logistics dealership or transportation coordination experience
Strong phone communication skills (frequent outbound calling required)
Excellent attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
Strong problem-solving skills and sense of urgency
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Outlook and Word
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid drivers license
Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

Automotive dealership auction fleet or transportation experience
Dispatching freight brokerage tow dispatch or load coordination experience
Vendor or carrier management experience
Call center or sales/customer negotiation experience
Experience working with vendors or service providers
Some college coursework

Work Environment

This is a high-volume operations role involving:

Continuous outbound phone communication
Real-time operational problem solving
Frequent coordination with carriers and internal teams
Time-sensitive vehicle dispatch operations
Performance tracking and operational metrics

This is not a traditional customer service role - candidates must be comfortable managing vendors resolving issues quickly and handling operational pressure.

We need hard-working reliable employees. Tekberry offers a $100 referral bonus!

Tekberry Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status disability or any other protected category under applicable law.

Tekberry Inc. is a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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Title: Automotive Transportation Dispatcher / Vehicle Logistics Coordinator Pay Rate: $14.00 $15.50/hr Employment Type: Contract (W2 through Tekberry) Assignment Duration: February 2026 May 2026 Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (8:00 AM 5:00 PM) Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite - Manheim...