Army MOS · Logistics
88N Transportation Management Coordinator
Overview
A Transportation Management Coordinator coordinates, monitors, controls, and supervises the movement of personnel, equipment, and cargo by air, rail, highway, and water. The coordinator determines the most efficient mode of transportation that meets mission requirements.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- logistics and transportation planning
- routing and mode optimization
- operations center monitoring
- use of transportation management systems
- scheduling and resource allocation
- problem solving under time constraints
- customer and stakeholder communication
- documentation and record keeping
- teamwork and coordination
- basic analytics and reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Brokerage software
- Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
Civilian Career Paths
- Transportation Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Fleet Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)
- Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
- Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
- Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
Career Growth
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP)
- Certified Logistics Technician 4.0 (CLT 4.0)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded · Promotion points
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
What the Work Involves
- Negotiate and arrange transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
- Determine method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
- Track delivery progress of shipments.
- Advise clients on transportation and payment methods.
- Estimate freight or postal rates and record shipment costs and weights.
Related Occupations
- Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks
- Customs Brokers
- Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 88N. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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