Logistics Specialist

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Logistics Coordinator will act as the key liaison between shippers and carriers, managing transportation solutions, and ensuring smooth, cost-effective freight movements. The responsibilities include sourcing and building carrier relationships, covering loads efficiently by negotiating rates, managing the load lifecycle by tracking and tracing shipments, and providing updates to clients. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and using logistics software. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at negotiation, and enjoys building lasting relationships. They should also be able to meet and exceed monthly KPIs related to load volume, margin, and service levels.
Must have:
  • Proven experience in Logistics or Brokerage role
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Proficiency in transportation management systems
  • Ability to multitask in a high-volume environment
  • Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
Perks:
  • Competitive base salary + commission structure
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Supportive, fast-paced work environment

Job Details

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Logistics Coordinator to join our growing team in our future Little Rock, Arkansas location. In this role, you will act as the key liaison between shippers and carriers, managing transportation solutions and ensuring smooth, cost-effective freight movements. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at negotiation, and love building lasting relationships, we’d love to meet you.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • Source and Build Carrier Relationships:  Vet and qualify carriers, Match loads with qualified capacity, develop and manage carrier networks.

  • Cover loads Efficiently: Negotiate rates with carriers and ensure competitive pricing for clients.

  • Manage the load Lifecycle: Track and trace shipments, providing proactive updates to clients. Resolve transportation issues, delays, or disputes efficiently.

  • Market Awareness: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and market trends.

  • Own Your Desk: Use logistics software and tools to manage shipments and documentation. Meet and exceed monthly KPIs related to load volume, margin, and service levels

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in Logistics, Brokerage, or in a similar logistics/supply chain role

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills

  • Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Ability to multitask in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment

  • Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills

  • High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary + commission structure

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development

  • Supportive, fast-paced, and entrepreneurial work environment


The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




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We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed.

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