Domestic Freight Operations Specialist

People Freight | Freight Forwarding & Logistics Recruitment Specialists; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to $50,000

Opportunities for training and growth

Supportive team culture

Benefits package

Exposure to a dynamic logistics environment

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A logistics recruitment firm based in Houston is seeking a Domestic Freight Coordinator. This role involves managing domestic freight shipments, ensuring timely delivery, and excellent communication with clients and carriers. Ideal candidates have experience in logistics and strong attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary of up to $50,000, along with benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k) plan, all within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Some experience in domestic freight, transportation, or logistics.
• Understanding of LTL, FTL, expedited, or intermodal operations.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute domestic freight shipments from pickup through final delivery.
• Book shipments with carriers and negotiate rates.
• Track and trace freight movements, resolving delays proactively.
• Maintain accurate shipment documentation.
• Communicate shipment status updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in carrier management.
• Support problem resolution for high-priority shipments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of logistics processes.

Skills

Experience in domestic freight

Understanding of basic freight operations

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

A logistics recruitment firm based in Houston is seeking a Domestic Freight Coordinator. This role involves managing domestic freight shipments, ensuring timely delivery, and excellent communication with clients and carriers. Ideal candidates have experience in logistics and strong attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary of up to $50,000, along with benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k) plan, all within a supportive team culture.