Account Manager

Larkin Express Logistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Houston seeks an Account Manager to serve as a trusted point of contact for carriers, supporting daily freight operations. You will manage logistics activities, including scheduling pickups and deliveries, negotiating contracts, and maintaining communication with customers and carriers. A strong candidate has at least two years of experience in logistics and operations, proficiency in McLeod software, and excellent communication skills. This role offers opportunities in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• At least Two (2) years of Operations experience in managing logistics and freight.
• At least Two (2) years of experience preferred in McLeod software.
• Preferred knowledge of Port Operations and Drayage operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer profiles and enter shipments into McLeod software.
• Solicit freight quotations for Spot and Contract markets.
• Manage carrier data and negotiate freight contracts.
• Schedule and manage pickup and deliveries of shipments.
• Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers.
• Schedule pickup and delivery and dispatch drivers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Tools

McLeod software

Job description

Account Manager

The individual in the Account Manager role is a trusted, central point of contact for our carriers and supporting our day-to-day freight requirements. You will support our staff to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of customer freight for our customers while building and maintaining relationships with carriers.

Description

The individual in the Account Manager role is a trusted, central point of contact for our carriers and supporting our day-to-day freight requirements. You will support our staff to ensure timely pick-up and delivery of customer freight for our customers while building and maintaining relationships with carriers.

Requirements

• Maintain customer profiles and enter shipments into McLeod software
• Solicit freight quotations for Spot and Contract markets
• Manage carrier data and negotiate freight contracts
• Schedule and manage pickup and deliveries of shipments.
• Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
• Schedule pickup and delivery and dispatch drivers in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain and update accurate information in company’s operating systems, tracking shipments to completion
• Coordinating daily carrier activities with customers and operations team
• Adhere to established operating procedures while looking for opportunities to measure and improve

Experience

• At least Two (2) years of Operations experience in managing logistics and freight
• At least Two (2) years of experience preferred in McLeod software
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skill
• Preferred knowledge of Port Operations and Drayage operations.