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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 Auto Auction (Hattiesburg, MS 39402) Job Code: 1474673 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 Manheim's 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 driver's 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). By submitting your resume, you consent to receive communications from Tekberry via text message regarding this opportunity. Check out all our jobs at /search-jobs #INDHP