What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Solutions Specialist position at Circle Logistics, Inc?
Are you looking for a CAREER you can be passionate about instead of just a job? Do you want more out of life than just the status quo? Do you want to be a part of a thriving company in a growing industry? If the answer is YES, then we want you on our Circle Logistics Team!
Why Join Circle:
We believe in working hard and playing hard here at Circle. Therefore, we provide a competitive pay package & benefits to our team members. All so you can perform at the highest level, prosper, and enjoy life. Every day you come into work, you are entering a competitive and engaging work environment. We recognize what you give to make that happen. That is why we recognize those who go the extra mile and celebrate our victories as a team.
Who We Are:
Circle Logistics is a 3rd party logistics firm focused on delivering our three core promises to our customers: No Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. We leverage our technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to develop industry-leading transportation solutions. We have been in business for 10 plus years and have grown into a half a billion dollar company, from starting out as just a handful of people with Entrepreneurial Spirit as their foundation. Our story is one of resiliency and innovation that has led us to grow to over 500 employees in a booming transportation industry that never takes a night off.
What We Are Looking For:
As a team, we are looking for driven people who have GRIT, TENACITY & A DESIRE TO WIN!
Our Logistics Solutions Specialists play a critical role in the fast-paced movement of commodities from point A to point B. In this position, you will build and manage your own book of business, maintaining consistent communication with carriers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries of our customers’ freight. Success in this role requires strong relationship development, attention to detail, and the ability to blend inside sales, account management, and strategic problem-solving into a single, high-impact function.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop a business strategy to build a book of business of carriers
- Provide and negotiate freight rates with carriers
- Seek out and solve potential freight-related operational issues
- Ensure that all freight is moved on time and at a fair cost
- Collaborate internally with our sales team on freight rates, market trends, pricing strategy, and account implementation plans
- Procurement of new carriers based on volume and lane density
- Communicate effectively both internally and externally
- Resolve transportation problems with urgency and professionalism
- Maintain over 90% MacroPoint tracking percentage
- Maintain a strong grasp and market knowledge of shipping lanes, geography, and seasonality
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced working environment and multitask
- Extraordinary work ethic and teamwork skills
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
- Willing to be available after hours and weekends if needed
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Sales, cold calling, or call center experience preferred
What We Offer
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Professional growth within a rapidly expanding national logistics company
- A fast-paced, collaborative, and creative work environment where your ideas matter
Ready to take your logistics career to the next level? Apply today and join a team that values innovation, problem-solving, and growth. Click Apply Now to start your journey with us!