Logistics Account Specialist

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

The primary function of the Logistics Account Specialist is to procure carrier capacity for freight and negotiate freight rates with other companies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Contact new carrier leads and develop a dependable resource to move freight daily/weekly/monthly.
• Assign and negotiate rates for maximum profit of contractual carrier capacity.
• Diversify customer base to secure carrier capacity to move freight in desired lanes.
• Track freight and provide information to carriers tracing software.
• Provide carriers with proper load information to ensure successful pickup and delivery of freight.
• Profile all carriers, confirm active accounts, ensure accuracy of profiles, and make updates as needed.
• Assign freight to available carriers.
• Utilize and develop a systematic way of communicating with the fleet to ensure efficient utilization of equipment.
• Communicate regularly with the Logistics team members and assigned carriers.

This is a full-time position with a complete benefits package available, including:

• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Insurance with HSA and FSA Options and Wellness Incentives
• Supplemental Insurance Voluntary Options (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident/Hospital Confinement, Critical Illness/Cancer Insurance)

Job Requirements:

• Ability to adapt and be flexible in an environment where priorities and load schedules are constantly changing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Goal-oriented and able to set and achieve company or personal objectives.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Truckmate (TMS) software is preferred.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by state and federal law.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time continuously.
• Ability to talk, hear, and see continuously.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Potential exposure to environmental conditions such as noise, temperature variations, or workplace hazards, depending on the job setting.

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person