Drayage Logistics Specialist

Allen Lund Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Training opportunities

Employee ownership

Job summary

Allen Lund Company is seeking a Drayage Logistics Specialist in Orlando to source trucks for drayage and dispatch drayage/full container pickups from rail yards, ports, and terminals.

The role requires 1–2 years in freight forwarding or drayage dispatching, strong organization, and excellent communication. Join a team with extensive training, growth opportunities, and a 401k match with all health insurance costs covered for employees.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Freight Forwarding or drayage dispatching.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Unparalleled customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage drayage truckers and locate new ones when needed.
• Receive and update shipment status and issue alerts; track and trace.
• Obtain and create quotes for shipments and source best transport methods.
• Build relationships with customers, other ALC offices, overseas agents, and service providers.

Skills

Drayage dispatching

Freight Forwarding

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization

Teamwork

Job description

Our Story

With $1,000 in his pocket, Allen Lund made the brave decision to start his own transportation brokerage company. It was 1976, when Allen Lund Company formally opened the first office in Los Angeles. Now, we have 41 offices and continue to grow!

We are always looking for exceptional people to join our fast paced, challenging, team-oriented work environment. Our culture fosters personal growth and commitment both in and out of the office. Our diverse workforce is key in delivering outstanding customer service and our commitment to our industry are main components of our unmatched reputation. We hold true the value of hiring, developing and retaining the best employees in the industry. Our management provides an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth. This is why one half of our employees have been with ALC for over 10 years!

Why You'll Love Working Here: The Perks of Being Part of Our Family!

• Culture That Rocks: Dive into an inclusive company culture where your personal growth and commitment are nurtured, both on and off the clock!. Our management champions an open and innovative environment that promotes professional and personal growth
• Unleash Your Potential: Get ready for top-notch training and development that fuels your career growth opportunities, including transfer opportunities within our 41 offices!
• Seriously Sweet Perks: We're talking competitive compensation and a 401k with a generous match!. Plus, enjoy 100% Employer paid health insurance
• Share in the Success: Be more than just an employee – you can share in company ownership and get recognized for your amazing work with our employee recognition program!
• A Team That Sticks: Join a company where half of our incredible employees have been with us for over a decade – that's a whole lot of happy!

Ready to Master Drayage Logistics? Become Our Drayage Logistics Specialist!

Are you a highly organized and communicative problem-solver? Do you have at least 1-2 years of experience in Freight Forwarding or drayage dispatching? If this is you, or you like a challenge, let's talk!.

Allen Lund Company is seeking a Drayage Logistics Specialist to join our team!.

You will handle the sourcing of trucks for and dispatching Drayage/Full Container pickups from Railyards & Ports/Terminals.

What You'll Do (Your Superpowers in Action!):

• Trucking & Dispatch Dynamo: You'll manage drayage truckers and locate new ones when needed
• Shipment & Document Specialist: Receive and update shipment status in a timely manner, and issue shipment alerts when needed. This includes tracking and tracing (port availability, delivery status, etc.). You'll also be collecting and maintaining all load documents (POD, EIR, DO, etc.)
• Logistics & Customer Relations Ace: You will assist with the management of shipments to ensure the timely delivery of cargo to customers. You'll also obtain and create quotes for shipments and source the best method of transportation. Build relationships with all customers, other ALC offices, overseas agents, and service providers
• Team Player: You'll have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Skills & Experience (Your Arsenal of Awesome!):

• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in Freight Forwarding or drayage dispatching
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Unparalleled customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time-management skills
• Previous experience within a freight forwarding or Drayage Import organization
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives
• Experience with other Ground Trucking services is a plus (LTL, Cartage, FTL, Rail, etc)

Join us in making a difference! Allen Lund Company is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity.

Salary Base: $50k