Brokerage Contracts Coordinator

Covenant Logistics

Chattanooga (TN)

On-site

USD 22,041 - 33,062

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking a Brokerage Contracts Coordinator to support the preparation, submission, and tracking of government bids and proposals. You will coordinate with internal teams to assemble required documents and ensure bid compliance, while maintaining organized contract records.

You will gather pricing inputs, certifications, and compliance materials, research agencies and competitors, and support bid development with cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Higher education preferred.
Prior experience supporting contracts, proposals, procurement, or government‑related work is a plus.
Experience in an administrative, coordinator, or project support role preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation, assembly, and submission of government bids and proposals in accordance with agency requirements and deadlines.
Gather required documentation, pricing inputs, certifications, and compliance materials to support bid responses.
Conduct research on government agencies, contract opportunities, and competitors to support bid strategy and proposal development.
Maintain and organize contract files, compliance records, and vendor registration documentation.
Coordinate internally with operations, accounting, legal, and leadership teams to support bid development and approvals.
Track bid calendars, submission deadlines, and required follow‑up actions to ensure timely submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Cross-department collaboration

Confidentiality/compliance

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Higher education preferred

Experience in contracts, procurement, or government work

Administrative/coordinator or project support experience

Job description

The Brokerage Contracts Coordinator supports the preparation, submission, and tracking of government bids and proposals. This role collaborates closely with internal stakeholders to gather required documentation, ensure compliance with bid requirements, and maintain organized contract records.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation, assembly, and submission of government bids and proposals in accordance with agency requirements and deadlines.
Gather required documentation, pricing inputs, certifications, and compliance materials to support bid responses.
Conduct research on government agencies, contract opportunities, and competitors to support bid strategy and proposal development.
Maintain and organize contract files, compliance records, and vendor registration documentation.
Monitor and track all active shipments for potential detention exposure; flag high-risk loads early and coordinate with operations as needed.
Coordinate internally with operations, accounting, legal, and leadership teams to support bid development and approvals.
Track bid calendars, submission deadlines, and required follow‑up actions to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
Submit detention requests to customers and brokers within required timeframes, adhering to customer-specific processes and documentation requirements.
Negotiate detention approvals and resolve disputes related to detention/accessorial charges; communicate professionally and persistently to drive fair outcomes.
Track approvals, denials, partial approvals, and dispute statuses. Gather additional supporting documentation to overturn denials when appropriate.
Coordinate with accounting/billing teams to ensure approved detention/accessorial charges are invoiced correctly, coded appropriately, and billed to the correct party.
Support internal audits and customer inquiries by producing documentation and clear claim summaries.
Provide general administrative and project support to the Government Contracts team, including document management and reporting.
Generate detention recovery reports and provide regular updates to leadership on captured and lost revenue, key drivers of denials, and top detention locations.
Assist with process improvements related to bid tracking, documentation, and compliance organization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Comfortable handling confidential and compliance‑related information.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Higher education preferred.
Prior experience supporting contracts, proposals, procurement, or government‑related work is a plus.
Experience in an administrative, coordinator, or project support role preferred.

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

Expected Pay Range: $16.41-$18.05
Full Pay Range: $16.41-$24.24
Pay Grade: 4
401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Telemedicine Access
Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Company Holidays
Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members