Freight Coordinator

Emapta Global; Bogotá; Remote; COP 24,000,000 - 42,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited upskilling via EmaptaAcademy

Work from home

20 vacation days

Laptop provided

Direct exposure to global clients

Job summary

Emapta Colombia is seeking a Freight Coordinator to connect carriers with loads across FTL/LTL/intermodal, negotiate rates, and safeguard delivery performance. You will build carrier relationships, track shipments, and support international clients from a remote setup.

We value 1–3 years in freight brokerage or logistics, familiarity with TMS, strong communication, and English at B2+ level. Enjoy unlimited upskilling via Emapta Academy and a generous vacation policy in a global, inclusive

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or supply chain; entry-level candidates with strong aptitude may also be considered.
• Familiarity with Transportation Management System (TMS) platforms, preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with load boards such as DAT or Truckstop, an advantage.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and carrier qualification standards, preferred.
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate with, and book qualified carriers for shipper loads across FTL, LTL, intermodal, and other freight modes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and shippers to support repeat business and service excellence.
• Track and trace shipments from pickup through delivery and proactively communicate updates to all parties.
• Resolve in-transit issues, including delays, breakdowns, and delivery exceptions, promptly.
• Enter and maintain accurate load data in the Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Negotiate competitive freight rates while protecting company margins.
• Ensure carrier compliance with DOT regulations, insurance requirements, and company standards.
• Collaborate with the sales team to support customer onboarding and retention.
• Generate and review shipping documents, including Bills of Lading (BOLs), rate confirmations, and Proofs of Delivery (PODs).
• Meet or exceed individual KPIs, including load count, gross margin, and on-time delivery rates.

Skills

Freight brokerage

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Load boards (DAT/Truckstop)

DOT regulations knowledge

English proficiency (B2+)

Tools

TMS platforms

Job description

Connect Carriers and Commerce Across a Global Logistics Network

Move beyond coordinating shipments and become a key link in global logistics and supply chain operations. Join Emapta as a Freight Coordinator, connecting carriers with critical loads, negotiating profitable rates, and protecting delivery performance. Strengthen international commerce while building specialized expertise and a long-term global career among Emapta's top 1% talent.

• Employment Type: Indefinite Term Type Contract
• Work Setup: Work From Home/Remote
• 5-day work week
• Work-from-home arrangement
• 20 vacation days in total
• Fully customized Emapta laptop and peripherals
• Direct exposure to global clients
• Diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)

The Qualifications We Seek

• 1 to 3 years of experience in freight brokerage, logistics, or supply chain; entry-level candidates with strong aptitude may also be considered
• Familiarity with Transportation Management System (TMS) platforms, preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with load boards such as DAT or Truckstop, an advantage
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and carrier qualification standards, preferred
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Your Daily Tasks

• Source, negotiate with, and book qualified carriers for shipper loads across FTL, LTL, intermodal, and other freight modes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and shippers to support repeat business and service excellence
• Track and trace shipments from pickup through delivery and proactively communicate updates to all parties
• Resolve in-transit issues, including delays, breakdowns, and delivery exceptions, promptly
• Enter and maintain accurate load data in the Transportation Management System (TMS)
• Negotiate competitive freight rates while protecting company margins
• Ensure carrier compliance with DOT regulations, insurance requirements, and company standards
• Collaborate with the sales team to support customer onboarding and retention
• Generate and review shipping documents, including Bills of Lading (BOLs), rate confirmations, and Proofs of Delivery (PODs)
• Meet or exceed individual KPIs, including load count, gross margin, and on-time delivery rates

About the Client

Our client is a U.S.-based trucking and freight transportation provider helping businesses move goods safely, efficiently, and reliably. They deliver flexible logistics solutions across dry van, intermodal, long-haul, and specialized freight transportation, supported by dispatch, loading, and delivery services. As a licensed, insured, and bonded provider, they accommodate shipments of varying sizes and transportation requirements. Their experienced team prioritizes competitive rates, punctual deliveries, responsive communication, and dependable service to keep customers' supply chains moving across local and long-distance routes.

Join the Top 1% Talent. A Better Career. A Better Life.

The world doesn't move forward because everyone is the same. It moves forward because people bring different perspectives, strengths, and ways of thinking. If you've been waiting for a workplace that sees your potential before anything else, this is your moment.

At Emapta Colombia, we believe great careers begin when people are recognized for what they can do-not defined by what others expect. That's why we're creating more opportunities for exceptional talent to thrive in an inclusive workplace where your skills are valued, your ambitions are supported, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

Since 2010, Emapta has helped transform global outsourcing through personalized solutions and seamless collaboration. Today, we're proud to support more than 1,200 clients worldwide with a community of over 12,000 talented professionals-all united by one belief: exceptional talent can come from anywhere.