Transportation Logistics Manager

Transportation Logistics Specialist (Contract – 3–6 Months, Hybrid)

📍 St. Paul, MN | Hybrid: Onsite Mon/Tues/Thurs (8am–5pm)

⏱️ Some overtime required during peak seasonal periods

We’re looking for a Transportation Logistics Specialist to support truck transportation planning, carrier coordination, and rate management. This role helps ensure efficient, cost-effective movement of products while maintaining strong carrier relationships and accurate freight data.

What You’ll Do

• Support transportation strategy through rate negotiations, capacity planning, and shipment execution.
• Negotiate rates and contract terms with carriers; identify cost-saving opportunities (including backhauls).
• Analyze current transportation processes to identify improvements.
• Manage carrier relationships and monitor performance/KPIs.
• Update TMS, documents, and spreadsheets with current rates, contracts, customer info, and volume data.
• Resolve freight invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate payments.
• Provide market insights and communicate shipping requirements to internal teams and carriers.
• Work independently under general supervision and handle additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in transportation logistics, freight, or carrier management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and Excel.
• Willingness to work onsite three days per week and support occasional overtime.