Monitor inbound and outbound shipments across modes, manage exception alerts, update Transportation Management Systems with accurate ETAs, and communicate with carriers, drivers, and 3PL partners to resolve transit issues and maximize on-time delivery.
We are looking for a vigilant, data-driven Shipment Tracking Specialist to join our logistics team. In this role, you will be the primary eyes and ears of our supply chain, actively monitoring all active shipments from point of origin to final delivery. You will utilize tracking software to identify delays, communicate updates to stakeholders, and rapidly troubleshoot transit issues. Your main goal is to maximize transparency and maintain a high on-time delivery rate.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor Active Freight: Track real-time movement of inbound and outbound shipments across various modes (truckload, LTL, ocean, air).
- Manage Exception Alerts: Identify transit exceptions, weather delays, or mechanical breakdowns and immediately initiate backup plans.
- Update Logistics Systems: Manually update or audit Transportation Management Systems (TMS) with accurate estimated times of arrival (ETAs).
- Carrier Communication: Maintain continuous contact with drivers, dispatchers, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners for status updates.
Similar Jobs
3D Printing
Monitor freight movement in real time, manage shipment data, identify and resolve delivery exceptions, maintain visibility across carriers and routes, and ensure on-time delivery.
.png)
Artificial Intelligence • Blockchain • Fintech • Financial Services • Cryptocurrency • NFT • Web3
Lead program delivery for Agent Cockpit, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing roadmaps, dependencies, launch readiness, security reviews, reliability and observability programs, and agent enablement to ensure a stable, performant internal compliance platform.
Top Skills:
AgileAPIsBackend MonitoringCapacity PlanningGenerative AiLeanLoad TestingObservabilityService Integrations
.png)
Cloud • Insurance • Payments • Software • Business Intelligence • App development • Big Data Analytics
Contribute to modernization and technical-debt reduction efforts, implement and test features, participate in code reviews, follow CI/CD and Agile practices, and collaborate with senior engineers while learning cloud and security practices.
Top Skills:
Automated TestingC#Ci/CdConfluenceGoGoogle Cloud PlatformGrpcJIRAKubernetesPythonReactRest ApisSQLTerraform
What you need to know about the Seattle Tech Scene
Home to tech titans like Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle punches far above its weight in innovation. But its surrounding mountains, sprinkled with world-famous hiking trails and climbing routes, make the city a destination for outdoorsy types as well. Established as a logging town before shifting to shipbuilding and logistics, the Emerald City is now known for its contributions to aerospace, software, biotech and cloud computing. And its status as a thriving tech ecosystem is attracting out-of-town companies looking to establish new tech and engineering hubs.
Key Facts About Seattle Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 287,000; 13% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, Google
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, cloud computing, software, biotechnology, game development
- Funding Landscape: $3.1 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Madrona, Fuse, Tola, Maveron
- Research Centers and Universities: University of Washington, Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University, Allen Institute for Brain Science, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle Children’s Research Institute
