Since 1994, our client has been involved in the grocery distribution business. They offer a full range of products and have gained industry wide experience servicing wholesalers and retailers. They offer competitive prices with on time deliveries that separate them from their competitors.
Logistics Coordinator:
This role is responsible for planning and executing transportation services from vendor shipping to stores and to third-party cross-dock facilities, ensuring on-time delivery at an appropriate cost and service level. In addition, this individual is responsible for building strong relationships with carriers, negotiating rates, and providing excellent follow-up and customer service. Also, will be handling daily communications with customers and resolving any customer issues in a timely manner.
Job Type: Full-time
Responsibilities:
- Negotiating freight rates with carriers and freight brokers.
- Verifying pickup and delivery information.
- Coordinate each shipment with multiple parties.
- Ability to provide alternatives/solutions quickly to transportation issues as they arise.
- Finding and searching for carriers using DAT, and Internet Truck Stop. • Scheduling pickup and delivery appointments.
- Dispatching drivers.
- Track & Trace loads.
- Assisting and managing with freight claims.
- Setting up new carriers.
Experience:
- Previous experience in the transportation or freight brokerage industry is required.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent follow through and follow up.
- Organized and detail orientated.
- Ability to react quickly and re-prioritize loads quickly.
This position offers a competitive base salary.
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