Carrier Capacity & Logistics Strategist

ForestSource; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Performance Bonus Opportunity

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Cornerstone Systems in Memphis, TN is seeking a Transportation Capacity Coordinator to secure carrier capacity, negotiate rates, and ensure the smooth execution of daily freight movements.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills to connect internal teams with third-party carriers and deliver reliable, profitable transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, freight brokerage, carrier sales, or related roles.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Confidence handling a high volume of phone and email communication.
• Effective negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong customer-service mindset with proactive communication.
• Ability to identify problems, make sound decisions, and respond quickly to service challenges.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.
• Experience using transportation management systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Negotiate freight rates with carriers while supporting margins.
• Plan, route, tender, and monitor daily freight movements.
• Track shipments and communicate updates to teams and customers.
• Serve as main contact between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Identify and resolve service disruptions and capacity issues.
• Maintain shipment records and load updates in the TMS.
• Verify carrier insurance, safety ratings, authority, and tracking.
• Communicate load details and customer expectations to carriers.
• Build relationships with carriers and expand the network.
• Match available capacity with current and future freight opportunities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and other teams on transportation solutions.
• Demonstrate urgency managing multiple shipments and deadlines.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

TMS

MS Office

Job description

Cornerstone Systems in Memphis, TN is seeking a Transportation Capacity Coordinator to secure carrier capacity, negotiate rates, and ensure the smooth execution of daily freight movements.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills to connect internal teams with third-party carriers and deliver reliable, profitable transportation solutions.