Domestics Operations Agent (7324)

RADIANT LOGISTICS INC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account + Employer

Flexible Spending Account options

Life Insurance, Disability

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Radiant Logistics Inc. is seeking an entry-level Domestic Operations Agent in Houston, TX to move freight across the U.S. by routing and tracking domestic shipments, pricing loads, and negotiating rates with carriers and partners.

The role supports the operations team to ensure accurate handling and swift communication of issues. The position requires at least 1 year in domestic operations or freight forwarding, solid knowledge of North American geography, and proficiency in Outlook, Word and

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of domestic operations or freight forwarding experience (1-3 years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of North American geography.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, including formulas and charts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound math skills: adding, subtracting, multiplying and converting between units.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate domestic freight forwarding, routing shipments via portals and tools.
• Quote domestic air, ground, LTL and FTL freight; negotiate with carriers for rates.
• Audit vendor charges for accuracy and legitimacy.
• Identify and communicate service issues early to management.
• Maintain accurate shipment records in transportation software.

Skills

Domestic freight forwarding

Geography knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Negotiation and problem-solving

Math and unit conversion

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s in business/logistics (preferred)

Tools

Outlook

Excel (formulas)

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: RGL IAH - Houston, TX 77032, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.50 - $21.50 Hourly, Job Category: Distribution - Shipping, Domestic Operations Agent

Job Summary

The Domestic Operations Agent is responsible for moving freight across the U.S. by routing and tracking domestic air, ground, LTL, and FTL shipments, pricing loads, negotiating rates with carriers and partners, and spotting service problems before they reach the customer.

This role supports the operations team, ensuring shipments are handled accurately and in line with standard operating procedures, vendor charges are audited for accuracy, and service issues are communicated to management quickly.

Key Responsibilities

Move Freight

• Coordinate domestic freight forwarding, including shipment alerts and routing through carrier portals and other online tools.


• Follow standard operating procedures and keep every shipment record accurate in our transportation software.


• Follow up on each shipment, collecting pieces, weights and dimensions from agents and updating the system.

Price & Quote

• Quote domestic air, ground, LTL and FTL freight.


• Negotiate with carriers and partners to secure special rates and spot quotes.


• Obtain vendor charges and audit them for accuracy and legitimacy.

Protect service

• Recognize actual and potential service failures early.


• Communicate issues clearly and promptly to management so they can be resolved before they affect the customer.

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• At least 1 year of domestic operations or freight forwarding experience (1-3 years preferred).


• Strong knowledge of North American geography.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, including formulas and charts.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Sound math skills: adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.


• Strong negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, international trade or a related field.


• Experience in the transportation or logistics industry.


• Experience with transportation management systems such as SAP or CargoWise.


• Experience with Magaya WMS.

Skills & Competencies

• Customer service
  

  Respond quickly and professionally to internal and external customers.

  
  


• Attention to detail
  

  Enter accurate shipment data and catch errors in vendor charges.

  
  


• Organization
  

  Juggle many shipments and deadlines without dropping follow-ups.

  
  


• Communication
  

  Write and speak clearly to carriers, drivers, warehouse, customers, and management.

  
  


• Negotiation
  

  Secure special rates and spot quotes from carriers and partners.

  
  


• Problem solving
  

  Spot service failures early and propose fixes within a team.

  
  


• Teamwork
  

  Cooperate with and respect colleagues, and cover for them when absent.

  
  

Work Schedule

• Set working hours of 8 hours per day with requisite meal and rest breaks.


• Participate in a rotating weekend schedule, working one weekend every 5-7 weeks. Specific weekend assignments will be communicated in advance by management.


• Consistently report to work on time, prepared to perform required duties.


• Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift and/or move up to 15-25 pounds (e.g., files, supplies, or equipment). Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The role operates in a professional climate-controlled office environment with a usually moderate noise level.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $17.50 - $21.50 per hour

The base pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision coverage for you and your dependents


• Health Savings Account + Employer Contributions


• Flexible Spending Account options for Medical and/or Dependent Care


• Company provided Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan + Employer Match


• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, and Company Observed Holidays

About Radiant

At Radiant, we’re the network that delivers. For our customers, that means expertise, responsiveness and solutions they can count on. For our people, it means an environment where you can take ownership, solve problems and make an impact.

Radiant Global Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Radiant Logistics, Inc. (NYSE American: RLGT) is a publicly traded third-party logistics company providing technology-enabled freight forwarding, truck and rail brokerage, and value-added logistics solutions, including warehousing, customs brokerage, order fulfillment and inventory management. Through our network of Radiant and agent-owned offices, we combine the reach and resources of a global logistics company with teams that know their customers, their markets and each other.

Join Radiant and you’ll find opportunities to grow, the trust to solve real problems, and a team where what you bring to the table matters.

Equal Opportunity

Radiant is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all candidates and employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.